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Your cart is empty.Bach 3513E trumpet mouthpiece, Silver plated, 3e cup: shallow; cup Diameter: 16. 30mm.
muso
2025-09-05 16:26:18
First off, there isn't a one-size-fits-all mouthpiece. It comes to lip size, preference in tone quality vs range, and what music you play.The 1c has a wider cup size than the Bach 3c that I switched from, so I find the 1c offers a more free blowing sound, more tone control, and a wider dynamic range. It does however need more air to play. This is probably the wrong mouthpiece for you if you just want to play in the stratosphere (high notes). For high notes you will want a much more shallow mouthpiece which sacrifices tone and control to gain range and require less endurance.For my playing preferences, I put quality before quantity. I prefer a good tone, a large control of dynamic range and projection, and a control of tuning; all of which this Bach 1c mouthpiece is good for. I don't often need to scream notes all over the place - I don't need that amount of flexibility. If I did I'd use a shallow mouthpiece or train my inner embouchure for it.The main thing I like about this mouthpiece is that it really enables you to be the master. Whatever you put through it will come out, good or bad. You have to count on your embouchure and inner embouchure to produce the tone, high notes, control etc. It won't make your playing easier or better unless your physique can handle it. It will NOT turn a thin-blowing airstream into a thick-sound!Last but not least, before choosing a mouthpiece it's a good idea to experiment with ones from a shop or from a friend. That way you may be confident that this or another mouthpiece is a good choice for you before you buy it.Good luck!
Ol Terrier
2025-07-22 09:36:47
As others have written, this mouthpiece has a special use, which for me is Latin jazz (not my usual repertoire until recently). I adjusted to it in about a week of playing. At six weeks later my top playable range has gone from D above high C to E and able to hit F if needed. I expected a brighter tone and better flexibility, and this has definitely occurred. Endurance in the high range has increased as well. Interestingly, I use a Marcinkiewicz 1S (wide, deep and open) for work mostly on the staff, particularly where dark, round tonality is needed. I play a Warburton 4MV with a 9* backbone for general work. Since I began using the Bach 3513E, my range with the Marcinkiewicz has risen even more dramatically. Two nights ago my lip simply quit while working up high with the Bach. The Warburton did not offer much help. I rested a minute and unexplainably resumed with the Marcinkiewicz in the same range, only louder and rounder and yes, using more air. I am sixty nine and have played trumpet since childhood. I was taught to stick with one mouthpiece, but no more. Physiology and the needs of the work call for different tools, and modern technology has risen to the occasion. I feel like I am exploring new country. Take a chance on this mouthpiece. It may open new doors for you as well.
~Q~
2025-06-30 17:16:13
I know that other reviewers have mentioned Kurt Thompson about this particular model. I hope he has an affiliate link. I figured I give it a go after hearing his recommendation. I'm not sure how this model slipped by me in my 30 years of playing trumpet, but this is the only Bach product I actually like. It's comfortable, nice bright sound and responsive. I highly recommend trying this mouthpiece out and fully support this mouthpiece being the new standard over the 5C and 7C for beginners.
DSeay
2025-05-04 18:48:15
Delivered as advertised and in good condition
Gemma
2025-05-03 17:34:17
Trusted Bach mouthpiece. I play on a 3C and thought I should get the 3E. As long as I play it without putting the 3C to my lips, I play fair. I like the bright tone and it really doesn't add much to my range. I'm not a screamer and the highest I play with my 3C is a D above the staff. If I want to play E above the staff, I can. My F above the staff is not something I would play on purpose. Wit 3E I can play a little better E note and an F, maybe G. But I can play longer and louder and better on the 3C. I think the cup is too shallow for me.
David S. Ditzel
2025-04-05 10:41:30
I have been experimenting with different Bach trumpet mouthpieces for a few years trying to find the one that works best for me and this may be the one. Mouthpieces I have played in comparison are 7C, 5C, 5B, 3C, 1 1/4C. The inner rim contour is a little sharper (not painful) than most Bach mouthpieces including the 5C which gives me more precision when hitting my notes which is why I chose this mouthpiece. Although the rim is the least comfortable of the mouthpieces I tried, for me it is most playable and precise through the entire scale including the upper register which is a fair trade off. The timbre of the 5B falls somewhere between a 3C and 1 1/4 C. Interestingly, I found the 5C difficult to play but the 5B easy because of the rim contour. Other than comfort, I don't understand why this mouthpiece is not more popular. If you are buying a Bach mouthpiece I found the descriptions written in the Bach Mouthpiece Manual on the Bach website is a good guide in choosing. Also I found rim contour is more important than size measurements and comparing different brands is like comparing apples and oranges.
Brooksider
2025-02-02 10:32:21
If you're looking for a mouthpiece that will open up your tone quality with a richer sound, I strongly recommend this one.I've been using a Bach 7C for over 50 years. A friend gave me a Bach 1C he didn't want. I tried it & loved it. One of the high school students I help was having trouble getting the sound she wanted. I offered her the Bach 1C on a trail basis. She loved it too. Since the Bach 1C was given to me, I gave it to the student & bought one for myself. Two new, very happy Bach 1C converts.
Gypsielee
2025-01-19 11:52:51
I used a 3C mouth piece for years,, then tried a10 1/2,,,to help reach higher notes & to maybe sound jazier but unfortunately had to wear dentures,,joined a community band,for a couple years, struggled with that so a suggestion was made to try a 7C.,not to good., then suggested the 3C,,better but still wasn’t happy,. Then I listened to a Kurt Thompson video about the 3E —- I love it,, my lips don’t hurt or swell like they use to and my playing has improved & I enjoy playing the horn once again., Thank you
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