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
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
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.
Standard / GP Series
Model Number System
Lineup
Standard Series
| Model No. | Rim Inner Diameter (mm) | Throat (mm) |
Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR-29B | 17.07 | 3.90 | Fairly thick rim with a relatively small inner diameter for superior high tone. Medium throat for easy all-around playing. |
| HR-29C4 | 17.08 | 3.98 | Ideal for Bb/HF horns. Relatively sharp shoulder and medium throat for clear tone. |
| HR-29D4 | 16.88 | 4.50 | Double-cup combining medium and extra-deep “V” cups. Fairly small inner diameter, but with a large throat for rich tone. |
| HR-30B | 17.27 | 3.90 | Standard “V” cup model with a larger inner rim diameter than the 29B. Smooth airflow. Ideally matches horns with a very narrow bell. |
| HR-30C4 | 17.28 | 3.98 | Medium inner rim diameter and “U” cup for fast response. Standard type with ideal resistance and powerful, rich tone. |
| HR-30D4 | 17.08 | 4.50 | Exceptionally rich tone. Matches horns with a wide bell. Excellent stability on high notes. |
| HR-31B | 17.47 | 3.90 | Medium inner rim diameter with a “V” cup for a “traditional” soft horn tone. High volume over a wide range. A good match for horns with a narrow bell. |
| HR-31D4 | 17.28 | 4.50 | Heavy tone and high volume. Relatively flat rim of medium thickness for easy playability. |
| HR-32B | 17.67 | 3.90 | Large inner rim diameter for outstanding lownote tone. Largest “V” cup in the lineup. Rich, mellow tone. |
| HR-32C4 | 17.48 | 3.98 | Plenty of volume. Relatively flat rim of medium thickness for easy playability. |
| HR-32D4 | 17.48 | 4.50 | Largest double-cup in the lineup. Also ideal for Wagnerian tuba. Large cup volume for a dark, heavy sound and easy low notes. |
| HR-33C4 | 17.68 | 3.98 | Large “U” cup. Can deliver a big, expansive sound. For advanced players. |
| HR-34B | 18.07 | 3.90 | Largest “V” cup in the lineup. Happy sound and low notes. For advanced players. |
| HR-34C | 17.81 | 4.09 | Plenty of volume. U cup for powerful performance. Relatively thin rim for easier high notes. |
| HR-34C4 | 17.88 | 3.98 | Plenty of volume. “U” cup for powerful performance. |
| HR-35C4 | 18.08 | 3.98 | Largest “U” cup in the lineup. Can deliver a heavy sound. Suitable for large orchestras. |
GP Series
| Model No. | Rim Inner Diameter (mm) | Throat (mm) |
Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR-30-GP | 17.08 | 4.40 | Smaller inner rim diameter than the 31. All-around type. Shallow “U” cup facilitates high notes, while a deep “V” makes low notes easy. |
| HR-31-GP | 17.28 | 4.40 | Medium rim configuration provides flexibility for difficult passages. Relatively large throat delivers a heavy, somewhat dark tone with extra volume. |
| HR-32-GP | 17.48 | 4.40 | Larger inner rim diameter than the 31. Authoritative low notes. Large cup volume for a rich, mellow tone. |
Signature Series
THOMAS BACON Model: HR-BACON
This mouthpiece has a wide inner rim diameter with a large V-shaped cup.
- Rim Inner Diameter: 17.99㎜
- Rim Contour: Standard
- Rim Thickness: Standard
- Cup Depth: Semi-shallow (V-cup)
- Throat: 4.50㎜
- Backbore: Semi-wide
JAMES SOMMERVILLE Model: HR-SOMMERVILLE
The inner rim size is fairly narrow, for enhanced flexibility in every range, while the semi-flat rim contour gives tonal clarity. The V-shaped cup adds security to the high range while the open throat size allows rich full-bodied tone in any dynamic.
- Rim Inner Diameter: 16.93㎜
- Rim Contour: Semi-flat
- Rim Thickness: Standard
- Cup Depth: Standard (V-cup)
- Throat: 4.30㎜
- Backbore: Standard
* Specifications are subject to change without notice. The colors and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.
