Trumpet players, especially those into jazz or lead playing, take note. This is the Schilke 25FADDIS mouthpiece. It's an extra-large, heavyweight mouthpiece designed in collaboration with the legendary trumpeter Jon Faddis. It's based on the mouthpiece he used with his Schilke S42L Faddis Model trumpet. Schilke describes the inner rim as equivalent to their standard #11 size, but with an extra-shallow cup. What does that mean in practice? A larger rim can offer more comfort and support for the embouchure (your lip setup), while a shallow cup typically produces a brighter, more focused sound with potentially easier high register response—great for cutting through a big band or playing powerful lead lines. The heavyweight construction can also affect the feel and vibration of the instrument. Mouthpieces are super personal, so this is definitely a specialized piece of gear. It's aimed at advanced players looking for that specific Faddis-inspired sound and feel. If you're a fan of his powerful, soaring style or just want to experiment with a large, shallow-cup mouthpiece, this is the one. As always with mouthpieces, results depend on your own playing style, trumpet, and goals. A top-tier, professional-grade mouthpiece from a respected manufacturer.
