Quick Size Chart for Trumpet Mouthpieces

French Horn and Low Brass

Size selection for low brass and French horn is quite straight forward, as most models have names very similar to mouthpiece sizes with which most players will be familiar. More information can be found in the low brass and French horn sections of the website, and in the on-line store where there are descriptions of  each mouthpiece.

Trumpet, Cornet, and Flugelhorn

The Wedge trumpet mouthpiece is most similar to Warburton cup shapes and sizes, although the Wedge has a slightly more pronounced V shape to the cup and a softer bite on the inner rim, making them feel slightly larger.

The list below relates Wedge to Warburton diameters and cup depths as a rough guide.

Diameter

Warburton  2 = Wedge 1

Warburton  3 = Wedge 1.5

Warburton  4 = Wedge 3

Warburton  5 = Wedge 5

Warburton  6 = Wedge 7

Warburton  8 = Wedge 10.5

Cup Depth

Warburton ES = Wedge EF or Em

Warburton S or SV = Wedge E

Warburton M = Wedge D

Warburton MC = Wedge Dm

Warburton MD = Wedge C

Warburton D = Wedge B

Warburton XD =a Wedge A

Other Brands

The list below contains information about suitable starting points for finding a Wedge based on what the player is currently using when using other brands. Players select different options depending on a variety of factors. Classic rims and M cups add more depth.

Click on a brand name to expand the contents.

Click on a mouthpiece to see it compared to other similar Wedge models in order to fine tune your choice. The classic rims are listed first, followed by the standard rims and Standard Brand options. Original Wedge names start with a number, for example 3CC. Standard Brand names start with the initial of the brand, followed by a number. For example the Wedge version of a Bach 3C would be a B3C.

Choose the Classic rims and M cups in the shallower mouthpieces if your lips tend to touch the inside of shallow cups.

Once you have found your size from the chart below you can make your selection in the secure on-line store.

 

 

 

Descriptions of some of our most popular models in the original Wedge line

The Original Wedge Classic rim is often the best choice for a player's intoduction to the Wedge. It provides the best combination of familiarity and performance. These descriptions are useful if you want to fine tune your choice. If you play a popular mouthpiece from one of the major manufacturers you might quickly find a match be checking our Standard Brand line. This line features the DOC rim and cup, which feels less like a conventional rim.

Engstrom
The Engstrom was developed for Howard Engstrom, principal trumpet of the Calgary Philharmonic. It is an excellent choice for someone using a Bach 1-1/4C, 1-1/2C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a Wedge 1.5 cushion rim and a 1.25Cm cup. The Engstrom has a bit broader sound than the 1.5 mouthpieces because of the added cup volume.

1.5BC
The 1.5BC is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 1-1/2C or similar mouthpiece and is looking for a darker sound.. It is based on a 1.5 cushion rim and a B cup. It does tend to play darker than the Bach counterpart. The Cushion rim makes it play a little bigger than the Wedge 1.5B.

1.5B
The 1.5B is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 1-1/2C or similar mouthpiece and is looking for darker sound. It is based on a 1.5 Standard Wedge rim and a B cup. It does tend to play darker than the Bach counterpart. Because it has the Standard rim is plays a little smaller than the Wedge 1.5BC.

1.5CC
The 1.5CC is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 1-1/2C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 1.5 cushion Wedge rim and a C cup. It has more edge than the 1.5B cup models, but still produces a full sound with lots of core. It is a great all round choice.

1.5Cm
The 1.5Cm is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 1-1/2C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 1.5 standard Wedge rim and a Cm cup. It plays much like the 1.5B, but with a more open feel and brighter sound.

3CC
The 3CC is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 3C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 3 cushion Wedge rim and a C cup. The 3CC plays slightly bigger than the Wedge 3C. The 3C and 3CC are by far our most popular models for a wide variety of playing situations. The Wedge 3CC tends to sound a bit darker than a Bach 3C and is more efficient in the upper register.

3CCm
The 3CCm is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 3C Bach 3B, 5C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 3 Cushion Wedge rim and a C cup with the “m” contour. The 3CCm plays slightly bigger than the Wedge 3Cm. The 3C and 3CC are by far our most popular models for a wide variety of playing situations. The Wedge 3CCm feels bigger and more open than the 3CC, and has more brilliance than the 3B series of mouthpieces. It is a good choice for players who like the 3C or 3CC and want more room in the cup.

3C
The 3C is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 3C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 3 standard Wedge rim and a C cup. The 3C and 3CC are by far our most popular models for a wide variety of playing situations. The Wedge 3C tends to sound a bit darker than a Bach 3C and is more efficient in the upper register.

3Cm
The 3Cm is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 3C, Bach 3B, 5C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 3 Standard rim and a C cup with the “m” contour. The 3Cm plays with a slightly more focused sound than the Wedge 3CCm, and feels bigger and more open than the 3C. It has more brilliance than the 3B series of mouthpieces. The 3Cm is a good choice for players who like the 3C and prefer a little more room in the cup.

3Dm
The 3Dm is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 3C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 3 Standard Wedge rim and a D cup with the “m” contour. The 3Dm is very similar to the 3C and 3CC, but it feels a bit roomier, with a broader and sound and more brilliance.

3DCm
The 3DCm is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 3C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 3 Standard Wedge rim and a D cup with the “m” contour. The 3DCm is very similar to the 3C and 3CC, but it feels a bit roomier, with a broader and sound and more brilliance. It lays slightly bigger than the 3Dm because of the Cushion rim.

3E
The 3E is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 3E or similar shallow mouthpiece. The medium diameter and shallow cup are an excellent combination for a player looking for a mouthpiece that can be fairly dark, and that is able to produce a cutting lead sound if desired.

3EC
The 3EC is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 3E or similar shallow mouthpiece. The medium diameter and shallow cup are an excellent combination for a player looking for a mouthpiece that can be fairly dark, and that is able to produce a cutting lead sound if desired. The 3EC is a little bigger and darker than the 3E.

5B
The 5B is an excellent choice for a player using a Bach 5C, 7C or similar mouthpiece. The cup shape is more V shaped than the Bach counterpart, but the 5B produces an equally full sound with less cup volume. The 5B has a slightly more focused sound than the 5BC.

5BC
The 5BC is an excellent choice for a player using a Bach 7C or similar mouthpiece. The cup shape is more V shaped than the Bach counterpart, but the 5BC produces an equally full sound with less cup volume.

5CC
The 5CC is an excellent choice for someone looking for a mouthpiece a little shallower than a Bach 5C, 7C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 5 Cushion Wedge rim and a C cup. The 5CC plays slightly bigger than the Wedge 5C. The Wedge 5CC tends to sound a bit brighter than a Bach 7C and is more efficient in the upper register.

5CCm
The 5CCm is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 7C, 5C, or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 5 cushion Wedge rim and a C cup with the “m” contour. The 5CCm plays slightly bigger than the Wedge 5Cm. The Wedge 5CCm feels bigger and more open than the 5CC, and has more brilliance than the Wedge 5B series of mouthpieces. It is a good choice for players who like the 5C or 5CC and want more room in the cup.

5C 
The 5C is an excellent choice for someone looking for a mouthpiece a little shallower than a Bach 5C, 7C or similar mouthpiece. . It is based on a 5 standard rim and a C cup. The Wedge 5C tends to sound a bit brighter darker than a Bach 5C or 7C, and is more efficient in the upper register.

5Cm
The 5Cm is an excellent choice for someone playing a Bach 5C, 7C or similar mouthpiece. It is based on a 5 standard rim and a C cup with the “m” contour. The 5Cm plays with a slightly more focused sound than the Wedge 5CCm, and feels bigger and more open than the 5C. It has more brilliance than the 5B series of Wedge mouthpieces. The 5Cm is a good choice for players who like the 5C and prefer a little more room in the cup.

5EC
The 5EC is an excellent choice for someone playing a Schilke 14A4a or 13A4a mouthpiece. It is our most popular lead mouthpiece. The medium-small diameter and shallow cup are an excellent combination for a player looking for a mouthpiece that can be fairly dark or produce a cutting lead sound, depending on the need. The 5EC is a little bigger and darker than the 5E.

5E
The 5E is an excellent choice for someone playing a Schilke 14A4a, 13A4a, or similar shallow mouthpiece. It is one of our most popular lead mouthpieces, along with the 5EC. The medium-small diameter and shallow cup are an excellent combination for a player looking for a mouthpiece that can be fairly dark, than can produce a cutting lead sound when desired.

7BC
The 7BC is an excellent choice for a player using a Bach 10-1/2C or similar mouthpiece. The cup shape is more V shaped than the Bach counterpart, but the 7BC produces an equally full sound with less cup volume. This is a fairly dark sounding mouthpiece despite the relatively small diameter.

7Bm
The 7Bm is an excellent choice for a player using a Bach 10-1/2C or similar mouthpiece. This is a fairly dark sounding mouthpiece that feels quite roomy despite the relatively small diameter.

7BCm 
The 7BCm is an excellent choice for a player using a Bach 10-1/2C or similar mouthpiece. This is a fairly dark sounding mouthpiece that feels quite roomy despite the relatively small diameter. It plays a little bigger than the 7Bm. The 7BCm is the closest model we offer to the Bach 1-1/2C.

TOWNSON
The Townson model was developed for Vancouver performer and arranger Terry Townson. It is based on a 7 rim size that is scaled up by .005 inches and a Gabriel rim. The cup is a D cup. This is an excellent mouthpiece for someone looking for a diameter similar to a Bach 10-1/2 but with a medium shallow cup.

7EC
The 7EC is an excellent choice for someone playing a Schilke 13A4a mouthpiece. It is our second most popular lead mouthpiece size. The diameter is about the same as a Bach 10-1/2C with a shallow cup that can be fairly dark, or that can produce a cutting lead sound when desired. The 7EC is a little bigger and darker than the 7E.

7E
The 7E is an excellent choice for someone playing a Schilke 13A4a mouthpiece. It is our second most popular lead mouthpiece size. The diameter is about the same as a Bach 10-1/2C with a shallow cup that can be fairly dark, or that can produce a cutting lead sound when desired. The 7E is a little smaller and shallower than the 7EC, with slightly better upper register performance for most players.