User Manual

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Yamaha Mouthpieces
Standard Series
Produced using the most advanced computer design and manufacturing
technology, our 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.
Model
No.
Rim
Cup
Depth
Throat
(mm)
Backbore Playing Characteristics
Inner
Diameter
(mm)
Contour Thickness
5A4 15.90 Semi-flat Thick Shallow 3.65 Narrow
Extremely small inner rim diameter. Flat and
wide. Small cup volume. Ideal for lead trumpet.
6A4a 15.90 Semi-flat Thick Shallow 3.65 Narrow
Very shallow cup for easy high notes. Good for
big-band type lead trumpet.
7A4 16.24 Semi-flat Thick Shallow 3.65 Narrow
Relatively small inner rim diameter, but still
flexible. Perfect for piccolo or lead trumpet.
7B4 16.08 Semi-flat Thick
Semi-
shallow
3.72 Standard
Relatively large throat diameter with a sharp
shoulder. Bright sound with easy high notes.
8C4 16.19 Semi-flat Standard Standard 3.65
Semi-
narrow
Good for all-around playing, including solos.
Combines an extended high range with rich
lows.
9C4 16.28 Semi-flat Standard Standard 3.65
Semi-
narrow
Somewhere between the 8C4 and 11C4,
affording easy playability over a wide range.
Well-defined rim bite for easy blowing and
extended endurance.
11A4 16.46 Semi-flat Semi-thick Shallow 3.65
Semi-
narrow
Medium rim diameter with a shallow cup for
easy high notes. Ideal for piccolo trumpet and
jazz idioms.
11A5 16.38 Semi-flat Thick Shallow 3.65 Semi-wide
Wide-rim shallow cup with a slightly large back
bore delivers a rich upper range with ease.
Well-suited for piccolo trumpet.
11B4 16.46 Semi-flat Standard
Semi-
shallow
3.65
Semi-
narrow
A somewhat shallow cup and medium rim for
extra endurance. Brilliant tone. Suitable for D,
E
b
, and piccolo trumpets.
11 16.32 Standard Semi-thick Standard 3.72 Standard
Relatively large throat with a sharp shoulder.
Easy to play over the entire range, with a fairly
bright sound. Good for beginners.
11C4 16.46 Semi-flat Standard Standard 3.65
Semi-
narrow
Clean bite and well-balanced rim for all-around
playing. Standard model for beginners and
advanced players.
13A4a 16.20 Semi-flat Thick Shallow 3.65 Narrow
Relatively flat rim with a shallow cup for fast
response. Ideal for piccolo and lead trumpet.
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