Detail 01
.702" cup diameter
Extra-large rim inside diameter. More lip vibrates, so tone gains weight but endurance drops if you are underdeveloped.
Product detailSKU #1275776904901
SchilkeStandard Series French Horn Mouthpiece in Silver 32 Silver
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silver-plated French horn mouthpiece with an extra-large cup and wide .221" throat, for players chasing a dark, heavy low- and mid-register sound.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Low horn and third/fourth chair parts in orchestral sections
- Players with a settled embouchure who want more air moving
- Darkening a bright horn or a bright section blend
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- First-horn players living in the high register
- Descant horn work, where a small cup responds better
- Beginners still building embouchure strength and air support
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
.221" throat (#2)
Very open throat. Takes a lot of air and blows freely, with less resistance to lean on when you tire.
Detail 03
Large backbore
Widens and darkens the sound further. Works with the big throat rather than against it.
Detail 04
Silver plating
Slightly grippier and firmer feel than gold. Some players react to silver on the lip.
Detail 05
Standard Series taper
Fits standard French horn receivers, so no adapter or shank change is needed.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece only. No pouch, case, or cleaning brush included.
- 02Switching to a much larger cup takes weeks of adjustment. Keep your old one.
- 03If you play mostly high horn, the 30 or 29 suits better.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this good for a beginner?
No. The extra-large cup and wide throat demand air and embouchure strength. A beginner will tire fast and struggle to center notes.
02Will it fit my horn?
It uses the standard French horn shank, so it fits standard horn receivers. It will not fit a Vienna horn.
03Silver or gold plating?
This one is silver. Silver feels firmer and slightly grippier on the lip. Gold feels slicker and is an option if silver irritates your skin.
04How does the 32 compare to the 30?
The 32 has a bigger cup diameter, bigger volume, and a much wider throat. Darker and heavier, with less high-register ease than the Farkas-style 30.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
10 detailsOther
- 27
- 16.25mm, .640 inch cup diameter; 16, ,177 inch throat. A narrow diameter and thin rim creates a special mouthpiece for the first horn player.
- 28
- 16.15mm, .636 inch cup diameter; 26, .147 inch throat. A true “French” model mouthpiece having a small cup and throat that definitely favors the high register. Recommended for the Descant Horn.
- 29
- 17.53mm, .690 inch cup diameter; 17, .173 inch throat. Offers a balanced option that is very adaptable to both the younger player and the professional needing a stronger upper register with a large rim diameter, standard rim contour, cup, and smaller bore.
- 30
- 17.03mm, .670 inch cup diameter; 17, .173 inch throat. The original Farkas Model, the wide rounded rim and fairly deep cup makes the 30 a good all-around mouthpiece for the experienced player.
- 31
- 17.14mm, .675 inch cup diameter; 13, .185 inch throat. This model has a V shaped cup, thicker standard rim and a slightly larger diameter to aid in producing a greater volume of sound.
- 32
- 17.83mm, .702 inch cup diameter; 2, .221 inch throat. The extra-large cup diameter, cup volume, and backbore produces a rich, dark tone color.
- 31b
- 17.40mm, .687 inch cup diameter; 14, .182 inch throat. A wide rim with a higher center point and a medium depth bowl shaped cup produces a rich, dark tone.
- 30b
- 16.92mm, .666 inch cup diameter; 14, .182 inch throat. This model was designed with a smaller “B” style cup and thin, flat rim.
- 31c2
- 17.43mm, .688 inch cup diameter; 14, .182 inch throat. The 31C2 has a very thin rim and medium-large cup offering a great volume of tone.
- 30c2
- 17.03mm, .670 inch cup diameter; 8, .199 inch throat. Based on a standard design, this mouthpiece has an excellent response in high or low range and a free-blowing feel. Recommended for both professional and developing players alike.
