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Mouthpiece Specs: Bach Standard Flugelhorn. Models marked with an asterick (*) are considered by Bach to be stock flugelhorn models. Other models available by special order. Allow 90 days for Bach special orders. Special order mouthpieces are non-cancelable and non-returnable. Call 540.989.8848 to special order.
The correct depth of the cup depends upon the pitch and corresponding length of the instrument, and, to a certain extent, the bore. For example, achieving the brilliance of a B piccolo trumpet requires a shallow cup, while the dark lyrical tone quality of a fluegelhorn demands the use of a deep cup.
• GR FL Model Flugelhorn Mouthpieces are ideal for most flugelhorn models. • They offer a fat velvety tone, outstanding intonation, and an amazingly efficient upper register. • GR Flugelhorn Mouthpiece Backbores are balanced with each cup volume to produce a characteristic flugel sound with precise intonation.
Bach/Schilke listed at the top for comparison. Please do not take diameter measurements too seriously. Most of the time the difference in columns can be 0.02 of an inch (0.5 mm).
3) The Bach Flugelhorn Mouthpiece Shank The third flugelhorn mouthpiece shank that is commonly used is the “Bach Shank” or “Small Morse Taper.” It is also a taper, but at a smaller size than the Standard Shank flugelhorn mouthpiece.
How do you know what flugelhorn mouthpiece will work best for you? We talk about cup depth, diameter, and of course shank styles!
Best Flugelhorn Mouthpiece – Small Taper. The Vincent Bach 1 1/2 C Flugelhorn mouthpiece is the top pick of many players. The Cup diameter of 17.0 millimeters is similar to many lead trumpet mouthpieces like the Schilke 14A4A (17.09 millimeters).