A brass instrument mouthpiece is much more than an add-on or accessory. It is a vital part of your instrument. As interface between artist and instrument, it can mean the difference between mediocrity and mastery.
Produced using the most advanced computer design and manufacturing technology, Yamaha's Standard Series mouthpieces feature unmatched precision, smooth attack, secure control, and easy playability. They have the ideal weight for all-around usage and are available in over 100 configurations. There’s a Yamaha mouthpiece to suit every player.
Just getting started?
The standard series 48 trombone mouthpiece (48S) is the perfect choice for a beginner but works well for more experienced players too. It features a medium-sized cup that's well balanced for all types of playing. This is the mouthpiece included with new Yamaha student trombones.
SMALL SHANK
SL-45AS
Rim: 24.26mm - Throat: 5.85mm - Small inner rim diameter with an extremely shallow cup for brilliant tone. Easy high notes. Ideal for bass trumpet.
SL-45C2S
Rim: 24.26mm - Throat: 5.85mm - Small inner rim diameter with a clean bite. Easy playability with a bright tone. Popular with studio players.
SL-46BS
Rim: 24.58mm - Throat: 5.85mm - Shallower cup than the 46C2S. Outstanding high register. Fairly sharp shoulder. Brilliant tone.
SL-46C2S
Rim: 24.59mm - Throat: 5.85mm - Relatively large inner rim diameter. A good choice for advanced jazz players. Ideal for demanding professional studio applications.
SL-47S
Rim: 24.98mm - Throat: 5.85mm - Outstanding endurance. Rich tone suitable for ensembles and orchestras.
SL-48AS
Rim: 25.25mm - Throat: 5.32mm - The 48S rim combined with a very shallow cup. For alto trombones. Bright tone with good volume. Ideal for baroque compositions.
SL-48DS
Rim: 25.25mm - Throat: 6.62mm - Same rim as the 48 with a relatively deep cup. Rich lower register with a rich, soft tone. Also ideal for euphonium.
SL-48S
Rim: 25.25mm - Throat: 6.62mm - Well-balanced rim and cup for all-around playing. Refined design meets the needs of professional players.
SL-51BS
Rim: 25.23mm - Throat: 6.92mm - The 51 rim with a relatively shallow cup. Powerful sound. Popular with ensemble and orchestra euphonium players.
SL-51S
Rim: 25.23mm - Throat: 6.92mm - Relatively large inner rim diameter with large cup volume for a dark sound. Standard euphonium model with a beautiful rich tone.
SL-51C4S
Rim: 25.23mm - Throat: 6.92mm - Shallower cup than the 51. Plenty of volume and power. Solid tone throughout the instrument's range. Ideal for symphony orchestra playing.
SL-52S
Rim: 25.65mm - Throat: 7.11mm - Larger inner rim diameter and cup than the 51. Heavy tone. For advanced players.
LARGE SHANK
SL-47L
Rim: 24.98mm - Throat: 5.85mm - Smaller inner rim diameter than the 48. Extended endurance. Plenty of volume. Ideal for ensemble and orchestra playing.
SL-48DL
Rim: 25.25mm - Throat: 6.62mm - Same rim as the 48 with a relatively deep cup. Rich low register with a soft tone. Also ideal for euphonium.
SL-48L
Rim: 25.25mm - Throat: 6.62mm - Well-balanced rim and cup with a fairly narrow backbore. Meets the needs of professional players.
SL-51BL
Rim: 25.23mm - Throat: 6.92mm - The 51 rim with a relatively shallow cup. Powerful sound. Popular with ensemble and orchestra euphonium players.
SL-51L
Rim: 25.23mm - Throat: 6.92mm - Relatively large inner rim diameter with large cup volume for a dark sound. Standard euphonium model with a large backbore.
SL-51C4L
Rim: 25.23mm - Throat: 6.92mm - Shallower cup than the 51. Plenty of volume and power. Solid tone throughout the instrument's range. Ideal for symphony orchestra playing.
SL-52L
Rim: 25.65mm - Throat: 7.11mm - Larger inner rim diameter and cup than the 51. Heavy tone. For advanced players.
SL-53L
Rim: 25.91mm - Throat: 7.11mm - Extremely large cup. Outstanding middle and low registers. Heavy tone. Ideal for beginning bass trombone players.
SL-54L
Rim: 26.15mm - Throat: 7.11mm - Larger inner rim diameter and cup than the 52. Suitable for larger orchestras.
SL-55L
Rim: 26.35mm - Throat: 7.11mm - Larger inner rim diameter and cup than the 54. Heavy tone. Also ideal for bass trombone.
