| Yes, the Bach 1 1/2C is a good mouthpiece, but it is not a good mouthpiece for every person who players trumpet. It has, I think, a softer or less sharp edge than some of the other pieces, which may give the illusion of a smaller diameter than the 1C or 1 1/4C. To me, it feels a little bigger than a 3C, but not a lot. Yet, it measures quite a bit different. I prefer a 3C. Yet, I have heard some people say that the 5C is actually bigger than a 3C, but the 3C measures larger. Go figure!
There are several bigger mouthpieces than a 5C, but you must watch out if you simply rely on "measured" specifications. The "feel" of the mouthpiece can be affected by the rim shape and contour.
Anything with a measured diameter bigger than the 5C should be bigger. Sounds obvious, but you may find that feel and the measurements may be quite confusing. As has been suggested, it is almost necessary to be able to test different mouthpieces in order to get the best feel and fit.
Going by measurement alone can very likely produce disappointing results.
You don't have to sell the farm to find a good mouthpiece, IMO. But, you may need to experiment some... |