Detail 01
1.015" cup diameter
Toward the large end of the range. More lip vibrates, giving a broader sound but costing endurance up high.
Product detailSKU #1275776904258
SchilkeGold-Plated Trombone Mouthpieces Small Shank 52DGP Gold
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The Korena take
Gold-plated small-shank trombone mouthpiece with a 1.015" rim and deep D cup. For symphonic tenor players and euphonium players wanting more diameter.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Orchestral and wind ensemble tenor trombone parts needing weight and depth
- Euphonium players who find the 51D rim too small
- Strong players with the air to fill a large cup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Lead and commercial playing where you need easy high register
- Developing players — the large deep cup demands real air support
- Large-bore horns that require a large-shank mouthpiece
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Deep D cup
Extra cup volume darkens and fills out the tone, especially in the low and middle register.
Detail 03
1/4 inch throat
The most open throat on Schilke's trombone list. Freer blow and more volume ceiling, but it takes steady air to control.
Detail 04
Small shank
Fits small and medium bore tenor leadpipes. Unusual pairing — most symphonic-size cups ship on large-shank taper.
Detail 05
Gold plating
Softer, grippier feel on the lip than silver, and an alternative for players who react to silver plate.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your horn takes a small shank before ordering this cup size
- 02Mouthpiece only — no pouch, case, or cleaning brush
- 03Stepping up from a 51D means more diameter and a bigger throat at once
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is the 52D different from the 51D?
The 52D is wider at the rim — 1.015" against 1.005" — and has a 1/4 inch throat where the 51D uses a J. Same deep-cup concept, more diameter and more air.
02Can I use this on euphonium?
Yes, that's one of its intended uses — specifically for euphonium players who want a larger rim diameter than the 51D offers. Check your receiver takes a small-shank taper.
03Will this help my low register?
The deep D cup and open throat favor the low and middle register, adding fullness and volume there. The trade-off shows up above the staff, where the large cup is harder to sustain.
04Is this too big for a high school player?
Likely, yes. A large diameter with a deep cup and open throat needs developed air support. The 45 or 47 are the sizes Schilke points beginners and general players toward.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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