The Difference Between Mediocrity & Mastery
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.
Standard Series (Short Shank, Long Shank)
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.There’s a Yamaha mouthpiece to suit every player.
GP Series (Short Shank)
GP Series has been created especially for professionals who require superior quality from their mouthpiece. The GP Series features an innovative shape and extra-heavy gold-plate finish for players who prefer a focused, concentrated tonal core.
Signature Series
Though it’s a fact little known outside professional circles, Yamaha has been producing special custom-made mouthpieces for hundreds of the world’s top players at our R&D Ateliers for many many years. These artists were not satisfied with any commercial models available. They came to us because they had confidence that if anyone had the skill needed to create their own ‘dream’ mouthpiece, it was Yamaha. The players knew from the experience gained in their long careers exactly the kind of sound and response they wanted, and our technicians knew from their long experience in crafting instruments how to deliver it.More and more colleagues and students of these top players began to ask us for copies of the mouthpieces, so we decided to offer a select lineup of them in a new Signature Series. Now others can share in the results of this great cooperative effort between artist and artisan.
Neo Series (Small Shank, Middle Shank) <NEW>
Yamaha has created this new Neo™ Mouthpieces primarily for use in British brass bands. A newly developed Neo™ Specialized Heat Treatment (NSHT) that enhances tonal depth and warmth has been applied to ensure spectacular brass instrument sound and expression. Particular care has been taken to achieve ideal weight and balance in a unique design that results in consistently superior playability and tone throughout each instrument’s range. The new Neo mouthpieces give players unprecedented musical potential.
Standard / GP Series
Model Number System
Lineup
Standard Series (Short Shank)
| Model No. | Rim Inner Diameter (mm) | Throat (mm) |
Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR-7D4dS | 16.24 | 4.10 | Small inner rim diameter, flat and wide for extended endurance. Bright, round tone. Outstanding high tones. |
| CR-8D2S | 16.36 | 4.10 | Small inner rim diameter with a relatively deep cup. Soft yet lyrical tone that is excellent for playing in the high range. |
| CR-9ES | 16.44 | 4.50 | Appealing "British-style" soft tone. Medium rim and deep cup for easy playability over a wide range. |
| CR-11C4S | 16.46 | 3.65 | Easy high register. Ideal for beginners. Same rim and cup configuration as the 11C4 trumpet model. |
| CR-11E4S | 16.46 | 4.20 | The standard British-style cornet mouthpiece. Exceptionally flexible for a wide range of styles. |
| CR-13E4S | 16.70 | 4.50 | Slightly larger inner rim diameter than the 11E4 for a richer, heavier tone. Deep “V” cup delivers traditional soft cornet tone. |
| CR-14ES | 16.86 | 3.98 | Slightly smaller inner rim diameter than the 16E. Beautiful soft tone. Centered tone and outstanding stability over the instrument's full range. |
| CR-16ES | 17.06 | 3.98 | Popular with top British players. Unique configuration with a fairly thin rim facilitates advanced playing techniques. |
- *The last “S” : Short Shank
Standard Series (Long Shank)
| Model No. | Rim Inner Diameter (mm) | Throat (mm) |
Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR-6B4L | 15.65 | 3.76 | Small inner rim diameter. Suitable for playing high notes. |
| CR-7A4L | 16.24 | 3.65 | Fairly small inner rim diameter, but with outstanding flexibility. |
| CR-9C4L | 16.28 | 3.65 | Well-defined rim bite for easy, fatigue-free playability. |
| CR-11A4L | 15.99 | 3.65 | Piccolo trumpet mouthpiece with a CR shank, medium bore and shallow cup offers a bright upper range. Excellent for piccolo trumpet. |
| CR-11B4L | 16.64 | 3.65 | Medium bore with a shallow cup offers bright and rich upper range. Well-suited for piccolo trumpet. |
| CR-11C4L | 16.46 | 3.65 | Standard type for players from beginner to advanced. |
| CR-13B4L | 16.63 | 3.65 | Bright tone suited to large bands and ensembles. |
| CR-14A4aL | 16.68 | 3.65 | Fast-response high range and powerful sound. Well-suited for piccolo trumpet. |
| CR-14B4L | 16.85 | 3.65 | Outstanding overall balance for all genres. |
| CR-14C4L | 16.88 | 3.65 | Rim designed for outstanding facility and flexibility. Popular in ensembles and bands. Can produce high volume. |
| CR-15C4L | 16.98 | 3.65 | Bright, powerful tone. For advanced players. |
| CR-16C4L | 17.00 | 3.65 | Large inner rim diameter and medium cup for easy playability over a wide range. |
| CR-17C4L | 17.30 | 3.65 | Ideal for orchestra players who prefer a large inner rim diameter. |
- *The last “L”: Long Shank
GP Series (Short Shank)
| Model No. | Rim Inner Diameter (mm) | Throat (mm) |
Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR-14ES-GP | 16.86 | 3.98 | Slightly smaller inner rim diameter than the 16E. Soft, warm tone. Subtle, precise sound enables consistent playing in all registers. |
| CR-16ES-GP | 17.06 | 3.98 | Slightly thin rim with a unique form enables high-level playing techniques. |
- * “S” : Short Shank
Signature Series
PIERRE DUTOT Model: CR-DUTOT-S
The trademark of the DUTOT-S is its rich cornet sound, making it perfect for French-style cornet performances.
- Rim Inner Diameter: 16.90㎜
- Rim Contour: Standard
- Rim Thickness: Standard
- Cup Depth: Deep
- Throat: 3.99mm
- Backbore: Wide
PIERRE DUTOT Model: CR-DUTOT-L
The DUTOT-L possesses a full, bright treble register, and is suited for use on piccolo trumpets that have a cornet shank.
- Rim Inner Diameter: 16.95mm
- Rim Contour: Standard
- Rim Thickness: Standard
- Cup Depth: Shallow
- Throat: 3.72mm
- Backbore: Standard
Neo Series
Middle Shank
Most cornets used in British brass bands are “short cornets” rather than “long cornets” that have fewer bends and are closer to a trumpet in form. The mouthpieces used with these instruments have different shank types.
The newly designed Neo cornet mouthpiece has an M shank designed specifically for use with Bb (short) cornets, providing ideal resistance and playability for British brass band performance situations.
For Bb Cornet
CR-Neo16E-M
<Suited to front row> Standard specifications with stable playability
Inherits the highly regarded rim and cup shape of the CR-16E. Extra thickness in the outer shape and a new backbore design result in softer, warmer tone plus stable playability
- Rim Inner Diameter: 17.05mm
- Rim Contour: Standard
- Cup Depth: Deep
- Throat: 3.98mm
- Backbore: Standard
- Shank size: Middle
CR-Neo16F-M
<Suited to back row> Standard shape, but with larger capacity for enhanced control and rich tone
A cup with higher capacity than the CR-Neo16E-M and a large throat diameter deliver extra tonal richness as well as outstanding playability.
- Rim Inner Diameter: 17.07mm
- Rim Contour: Standard
- Cup Depth: Very deep
- Throat: 4.60mm
- Backbore: Semi-wide
- Shank size: Middle
CR-Neo17E-M
High capacity for a unique character with facile playability and deep tone
The rim and cup feature a new shape that provides enhanced playing flexibility for advanced players. The backbore design is also new, resulting in deep, powerful tone.
- Rim Inner Diameter: 17.19mm
- Rim Contour: Standard
- Cup Depth: Deep
- Throat: 3.91mm
- Backbore: Semi-wide
- Shank size: Middle
CR-Neo16Trd-M
<Suited to solos>Classic shape for agile playability and response that are ideal for solo performance
This mouthpiece remains true to classic designs for excellent response and freedom that are ideal for solo performances.
- Rim Inner Diameter: 17.17mm
- Rim Contour: Semi-round
- Cup Depth: Standard
- Throat: 3.86mm
- Backbore: Semi-wide
- Shank size: Middle
For Eb Cornet
CR-Neo16B4-S
Brilliant tone and stand-out character
A moderately deep cup combines with the popular 16E rim contour to deliver brilliant tone that allows soprano cornet phrases to come to the fore.
- Rim Inner Diameter: 17.05mm
- Rim Contour: Semi-flat
- Cup Depth: Semi-shallow
- Throat: 3.80mm
- Backbore: Semi-wide
- Shank size: Small
CR-Neo17B-S
An ideal blend of brilliance and agile playability
With a larger internal rim diameter than the CR-Neo16B4-S, this model offers extra freedom for advanced players.
- Rim Inner Diameter: 17.22mm
- Rim Contour: Standard
- Cup Depth: Semi-shallow
- Throat: 3.80mm
- Backbore: Semi-wide
- Shank size: Small
* Specifications are subject to change without notice. The colors and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.
