Schilke

M5.1
A Medium Shallow Cup that provides more brilliance, and projection due to additional high overtones in the sound core.

D5.1
A Standard cup shape that provides a deeper bottom to the sound core and excellent articulation clarity. Resistance variables are ideal for a principal player.

D5.1*
For a more open feel with additional depth to the sound and greater flexibility, the Standard Cup with tapered throat provides slightly less resistance than the D model.
Symphony Series 5.2 Rim Comparison=Schilke 52/4G

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Rim Comparison - Description

M5.2
A Medium Shallow Cup that provides more brilliance with a larger rim diameter than the 5.1 models.

D5.2
A Standard cup shape that provides a deeper bottom to the sound core.

D5.2*
Standard Cup with tapered throat. More open than D5.2
Symphony Series 5.3 Rim Comparison=Schilke 53/3G

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Rim Comparison - Description

M5.3
A Medium Shallow Cup that provides more brilliance with a larger rim diameter than the 5.2 models.

D5.3
A Standard cup shape that provides a deeper bottom to the sound core.

D5.3*
Standard Cup with tapered throat. More open than D5.3
Symphony Series 6.0 Rim Comparison=Schilke 60/1G

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Rim Comparison - Description

M6.0
This deep cup is similar to a standard 59 model yet maintains the rim diameter of a 60. It includes a large Schmitt backbore and more open "O" throat. It is an efficient, even playing mouthpiece that provides brilliance for maximum projection when desired.

D6.0
Slightly more open feel than a standard Schilke 60 while maintaining the same rim diameter. It includes a large Schmitt backbore and more open "O" throat. Maintaining efficiency, this extra large bowl provides more depth to the sound core with clarity and consistency at all dynamic levels.