Detail 01
.988" (25.10 mm) cup diameter
Mid-size rim. Enough room for a full tone without the endurance cost of the 51-and-up sizes.
Product detailSKU #1275776904059
SchilkeStandard Series Small Shank Trombone Mouthpiece 47C4 Silver
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Schilke 47C4 small shank trombone mouthpiece. Medium .988" cup with a wide semi-flat rim — a versatile size for advancing students and section players.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Advancing students moving up from a beginner 45 or 46
- Small to medium bore tenor players in concert band
- Players wanting rim comfort over long rehearsals
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Large bore orchestral work needing a 51 or 52
- Lead players chasing an easy high register
- Bass trombone — wrong shank and too small
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
Semi-flat number 4 rim
Wider and flatter than the standard 47 rim. Spreads pressure for comfort on long playing sessions.
Detail 03
15/64 throat
Standard-size throat. More resistance than the larger J or F throats, which helps response and holds pitch center.
Detail 04
Small shank
Fits small and medium bore tenor trombone slides. Won't seat in a large shank receiver.
Detail 05
Silver plating
Standard finish. Harder-wearing than gold, slightly grippier on the lip. Can irritate players with a nickel or silver sensitivity.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Verify your slide takes a small shank before ordering
- 02Single mouthpiece only — no pouch, brush or case
- 03Rim size changes embouchure feel; expect an adjustment period
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is the 47C4 different from the regular 47?
Same general size and response, but the 47C4 has a slightly wider, semi-flat number 4 rim. The difference is rim comfort, not tone.
02Is this a good step up from a student mouthpiece?
Yes. At .988" it sits above beginner 45 and 46 sizes without jumping to the large 51-and-up diameters, so the transition is manageable.
03Will this fit my bass trombone?
No. It's a small shank piece for small and medium bore tenor trombones. Bass trombones need a large shank.
04Can I use it on euphonium?
The shank is cut for small shank trombone. Euphonium players generally want larger diameters and deeper cups than this.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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- Tier
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- Korena Special
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- Prop65
- WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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