Detail 01
1.00 inch cup diameter
Mid-size for tenor. Schilke's line starts at .966 and runs to 1.143 on the bass models, so this leaves room either direction.
Product detailSKU #1275776904814
SchilkeStandard Series Large Shank Trombone Mouthpiece in Gold 50 Gold
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Gold-plated large-shank trombone mouthpiece, 1.00-inch cup with a 17/64 throat. An all-around tenor piece for medium and large-bore horns.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Gigging tenor player on a large-bore horn wanting one do-everything piece
- Stepping up from the stock mouthpiece that shipped with the horn
- Section work that swings between loud and lyrical
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Small-shank horns — the shank will not seat
- Full-time bass trombone; the 58, 59 and 60 are cut for that
- Players chasing a deep symphonic D cup, like the 51D
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
17/64 throat
Wider than the 15/64 bore on the smaller models. More air moves through, so it stays open when you push volume.
Detail 03
Large shank
Matches large-bore tenor receivers. On a small-shank horn it sits proud and leaks instead of sealing.
Detail 04
Standard rim contour
No number in the name means the standard rim. The 50C4 is the same cup with a wider semi-flat rim for endurance.
Detail 05
Gold plating
Smoother on the lip than silver, and worth having if silver plating irritates you on long rehearsals.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your receiver — large shank will not fit a small-bore tenor
- 02Ships as the mouthpiece alone, no pouch or brush
- 03Rim size changes your setup; expect a couple of weeks of adjustment
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between large shank and small shank?
Large shank is the fatter taper used on medium and large-bore tenors and bass trombones. Small shank fits small-bore tenors. They are not interchangeable.
02Can I use this on bass trombone?
You can, but the 1.00-inch cup is small for it. The 57 doubles between tenor and bass, and the 58, 59 and 60 are built for full-time bass work.
03How does the 50 compare to the 50C4?
Same 1.00-inch diameter, but the 50C4 pairs a medium-deep cup with a medium-wide rim and an F throat. The plain 50 is the standard Schilke cup and rim.
04Is this a good beginner mouthpiece?
The 46 is Schilke's beginner model, with a smaller diameter and a rim shaped for flexibility. The 50 assumes a developed embouchure.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gold
19 detailsOther
- 46
- 24.54mm, .966 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. The semi-flat rim has a high point close to the center of the mouthpiece which allows for a great deal of flexibility. Ideally suited for the beginner trombone player.
- 47
- 24.99mm, .984 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. For both professionals and students alike, this outstanding mouthpiece combines good response with superior tone quality and intonation.
- 50
- 25.40mm, 1.00 inch cup diameter; 17/64 throat. Particularly adapted to the medium and large-bore tenor trombones. This Schilke standard model make this a fine all-around mouthpiece.
- 51
- 25.63mm, 1.010 inch cup diameter; J throat. A large bowl shaped cup producing a rich tone quality. Ideally suited for large bore tenor and orchestral performers.
- 52
- 25.78mm, 1.015 inch cup diameter; 17/64 throat. Slightly larger diameter than the model 51, this mouthpiece produces a slightly broader sound.
- 53
- 26.24mm, 1.033 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. This combination of large cup diameter and bowl shape is widely favored by those who desire a rich full sound.
- 57
- 26.52mm, 1.044 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. This model is an excellent choice for those who play tenor and bass trombone.
- 58
- 27.68mm, 1.090 inch cup diameter; 19/64 throat. A highly recommended mouthpiece for those who double on tenor and bass, and the full-time bass trombonist, combining both good intonation with great lower and upper registers.
- 59
- 28.52mm, 1.123 inch cup diameter; 19/64 throat. An outstanding mouthpiece for the full-time bass trombonist, combining great intonation with excellent lower and upper registers.
- 60
- 29.03mm, 1.143 inch cup diameter; 5/16 throat. The largest Schilke bass mouthpiece offering a full body of sound for the experienced player.
- 46d
- 24.76mm, .975 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. The cup diameter and volume is slightly larger than the 46, producing a full, resonant tone. Also recommended for the younger baritone/euphonium player.
- 51b
- 25.63mm, 1.010 inch cup diameter; F throat. This mouthpiece incorporates a large diameter with a medium-small B cup and small throat.
- 52d
- 25.78mm, 1.015 inch cup diameter; ¼ throat. Like the model 51D, the large D cup makes this mouthpiece ideal for symphonic trombone playing. Also a good choice for the Euphonium player requiring a larger diameter mouthpiece.
- 51d
- 25.55mm, 1.005 inch cup diameter; J throat. One of the most popular Schilke models, this mouthpiece offers a very large D cup and is excellent for the strong player. It is particularly suited for the Euphonium, producing a full dark tone.
- 47c4
- 25.10mm, .988 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. For both professionals and students alike, this outstanding mouthpiece combines good response with superior tone quality and intonation. Like the model 47 but with a slightly wider, semi-flat number 4 rim.
- 52e2
- 25.91mm, 1.020 inch cup diameter; J throat. With its extremely deep E cup and narrower, rounder number 2 rim, this mouthpiece an ideal symphonic choice for the robust player. Also a good choice for Euphonium player requiring more cup volume than the 52D.
- 50c4
- 25.40mm, 1.00 inch cup diameter; F throat. The medium-deep cup and medium-wide rim make this mouthpiece an outstanding choice for medium and large-bore tenor trombones, combining a rich, full sound with a high level of efficiency and playability.
- 51c4
- 25.63mm, 1.010 inch cup diameter; J throat. A large bowl shaped cup producing a rich tone quality. Ideally suited for large bore tenor and orchestral performers. Similar to the model 51, with a slightly shallower cup and semi-flat number 4 rim.
- 44e4
- 24.28mm, .956 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. A small cup diameter, this mouthpiece offers a very deep E cup and semi-flat number 4 rim.
