Detail 01
1.010-inch cup diameter
More lip sits inside the cup, which adds volume and low-end body but makes the top of the range work harder.
Product detailSKU #1275776904350
SchilkeStandard Series Large Shank Trombone Mouthpiece in Gold 51 Gold
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A large-shank trombone mouthpiece with a 1.010-inch bowl cup and open J throat. Built for large-bore tenor and orchestral playing, in gold plate.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Orchestral tenor trombone where a broad, dark section sound is wanted
- Large-bore horns fitted with a large shank receiver
- Players wanting more low-register body than a medium cup gives
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Small- or medium-shank horns — the shank will not seat
- Lead and commercial work that needs a shallower, brighter cup
- Full-time bass trombone; the 57 through 60 sizes cover that
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
J throat
An open throat. Air moves freely and the low register opens up, but you have to supply the air to fill it.
Detail 03
Bowl-shaped cup
The rounded profile puts weight in the low mids. Sound comes out thick and round rather than edgy.
Detail 04
Large shank
Seats in large-bore tenor and bass trombone receivers only. Check what your slide takes before ordering.
Detail 05
Semi-flat versus round rim
This is a standard rim, not the wider semi-flat number 4 used on the 51C4, so expect slightly less cushion.
Detail 06
Gold plating
Feels slicker on the lip than silver. It changes grip and comfort, not the cup, throat, or backbore dimensions.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Large shank only — confirm your receiver taper if you play a medium-bore tenor
- 02Mouthpiece alone. No pouch, case, or brush is included
- 03Coming from a smaller cup, give yourself a couple of weeks to adjust
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my trombone?
It is a large shank piece, so it seats in large-bore tenor and bass trombone receivers. Medium and small shank horns take a different taper and will not accept it.
02What is the difference between the 51 and the 52?
The 52 is slightly wider at 1.015 inches and produces a slightly broader sound. The 51 stays a touch more focused at 1.010 inches.
03Is this a good bass trombone mouthpiece?
It is aimed at large-bore tenor and orchestral playing. For bass trombone, the 57, 58, 59 and 60 are the sizes built for that register.
04How does the 51 compare to the 51D?
The 51D is 1.005 inches with a very large, deep D cup — fuller and darker, and popular for euphonium and strong players. The 51's bowl cup is more even.
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.
