Detail 01
1.044 inch cup diameter
Sits at the top of tenor and into bass territory. More lip vibrates, which favors the low register over endurance.
Product detailSKU #1275776904917
SchilkeStandard Series Large Shank Trombone Mouthpiece in Gold 57 Gold
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Gold-plated Schilke 57 large-shank trombone mouthpiece. A wide 1.044-inch cup aimed at players who split time between tenor and bass trombone.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Doublers moving between large-bore tenor and bass on one piece
- Large-bore tenor players wanting more diameter than a 51 or 52
- Players whose lips react to silver plating
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Small-shank tenor trombones — the shank will not seat
- Beginners; the 46 is this series' starting size
- Full-time bass specialists, better served by the 58, 59 or 60
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
15/64 throat
Tighter than the 19/64 on the dedicated bass models, so the piece holds resistance despite the wide rim.
Detail 03
Large shank
Fits large-bore tenor and bass receivers only. Small-shank tenors use a narrower taper and will not accept it.
Detail 04
Sits between the 53 and 58
The 53 is 1.033 inch, the 58 is 1.090. This lands nearer the tenor end of the doubling range.
Detail 05
Gold plating
Same rim, cup and throat as the silver version. The difference is surface feel and skin tolerance.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your receiver is large shank before ordering — no adapter is included
- 02Mouthpiece only; no case, pouch or cleaning brush
- 03A big diameter change takes weeks to settle; don't switch before a concert
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit a small-bore tenor trombone?
No. It is a large-shank piece, so it fits large-bore tenor and bass receivers. A small-bore horn needs a small-shank mouthpiece.
02Can I really use one mouthpiece for both tenor and bass?
That is what the 57 is built around. At 1.044 inch with a 15/64 throat it is wide enough for bass parts while keeping enough resistance for large-bore tenor.
03How is the 57 different from the 58?
The 58 is wider at 1.090 inch with a more open 19/64 throat, aimed at full-time bass work. The 57 stays tighter and keeps tenor playing comfortable.
04Does gold plating change the sound?
No. The cup, rim, throat and shank are unchanged. It matters for lip feel and for players who react to silver plating.
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.
