| Article number: | VAC2C27D |
| Availability: | In stock |
The Vacchiano Series of trumpet mouthpieces has been created to be easily adaptable to the needs of the individual player. There are seven basic models available and each is available in four different cup depths.
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Model
Number |
Inner Diameter mm
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Inner Diameter
inches |
Outer Diameter
mm |
Outer Diameter
inches |
Rim Width
mm |
Rim Width
inches |
Rim Shape
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| 1.5 | 17.75 | .698" | 27.84 | 1.096" | 5.05 | .199' |  |
| 1 | 17.50 | .688" | 27.69 | 1.090" | 4.95 | .195" |  |
| 1.25 | 17.20 | .674" | 27.71 | 1.087" | 5.05 | .199' |  |
| 2 | 17.00 | .669" | 27.43 | 1.080" | 5.00 | .197" |  |
| 3 | 16.50 | .649" | 27.23 | 1.072" | 5.00 | .197" |  |
| 4 | 16.25 | .639" | 27.84 | 1.096" | 5.092 | .233" |  |
| 5 | 16.00 | .629" | 26.82 | 1.056" | 4.88 | .192" |  |
| 7 | 15.75 | .620" | 26.82 | 1.056" | 4.45 | .175" |  |
The Vacchiano standard cup is a unique blend of both “C” shape and “V” shaped elements. Going from size to size does not necessarily mean that there will be more depth to the cup in terms of adding volume in a downwards direction. Rather, as in the difference between the “E” and the “D” cup, only the throat section is opened up, essentially “V-ing” out the bottom of the cup in more of a sideways shape. From the “D” cup to the “C” cup, both depth and a greater “V” profile in the throat is added. Whereas, from the “C” to the “B” cup, the throat only is opened increasing the overall “V” shaped profile.
It is the Cup Shape more than any other single aspect that represents the underlying concept embodying Mr. Vacchiano’s original vision for the design of his entire line of mouthpieces. The standard cup is what he referred to as a modified “V” shaped cup. This cup shape is in sharp contrast to the more popular “C” shaped cups that dominate most other mouthpiece lines including the ubiquitous Bach mouthpieces. Mr. Vacchiano felt that the modified “V” shape offered three major benefits: greater efficiency, a distinct “clarion” quality and improved pitch center.
| # Bore Size | Bore Size in Inches |
Bore Size in Millimeters |
|---|---|---|
| #28 (smallest) | .140" | 3.56mm |
| #27 (standard) | .144" | 3.65mm |
| #26 | .147" | 3.73mm |
| #25 | .149" | 3.78mm |
The Back Bore is the internal profile of the shank area of the mouthpiece. It begins just behind the straight section of the bore. A tighter bore leaves a longer back bore, a larger bore leaves a longer straight section in the bore area and can spill over into the back bore area, especially if the back bore is small and tight. The size and profile of the back bore affects the velocity of the air and hence the sound produced. All Vacchiano models are available in the sizes shown below.
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"T"
Tightest |
"B"
Standard |
"C"
Chamber |
"D"
Symphonic |
"E"
Largest |
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| This back bore is just a bit tighter right behind the bore opening than the standard Vacchiano back bore. This adds a touch more resistance and a level of control for many players. | The standard back bore is taken from Vacchiano's own signature mouthpiece. The profile is slightly tighter behind the bore and flares just a bit more at the end of the shank than a standard Bach back bore. | The "C" back bore offers a step between the average standard back bore and what most players have come to know as a Symphonic or #24 back bore. | This is our version of the Symphonic or #24 back bore. | This is the largest back bore we make. It is our version of the #117 back bore. |
“In over 50 years as a performer and teacher of the trumpet, I have had abundant opportunities for testing the various principles of mouthpiece design. Now, as a result of this knowledge, I have developed my own line of trumpet and piccolo trumpet mouthpieces. Each element of these pieces has been blended together to give the most consistent results in quality of sound, attack, endurance and overall playability. I have been fortunate in having the finest quality in craftsmanship and the artistic integrity of John Stork to put a lifetime’s work into effect.” — William Vacchiano, Principal trumpet, New York Philharmonic, 1942-1973
“John and Phyllis were incredibly helpful when I went through a recent equipment change. Meeting with Phyllis in person at their shop was worth every mile and minute it took to get there. Not only did she set me up with mouthpieces that allow me to more easily play with my sound: In our sessions in person and over the phone, she made insightful observations that were tremendously helpful with some issues I was working through in my playing. In the end I ended up with something slightly different than what we had thought might be the end result. She remained flexible and open minded throughout the process until I had something that worked. I have had many students who have also worked with The Storks and their approach is exactly the same. Thanks John and Phyllis!” — Ben Wright, second trumpet, Boston Symphony Orchestra