Yamaha Heavyweight Trumpet Mouthpiece - 14A4a Gold-Plated Professional | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
The Yamaha 14A4a heavyweight trumpet mouthpiece with gold-plated rim and cup delivers exceptional orchestral sound with concentrated tone and powerful projection through its innovative heavyweight outer profile design. This professional GP Series mouthpiece features a 16.68mm cup diameter and shallow cup depth that provides outstanding facility and flexibility, making it the preferred choice of symphonic and orchestra players seeking the focused, expressive sound required for world-class ensemble performance.
Product Overview
Engineered specifically for professional symphonic and orchestra players, the 14A4a heavyweight mouthpiece incorporates Yamaha's innovative GP Series design philosophy that prioritizes tone concentration and projection. The heavyweight outer profile adds extra mass to the exterior while maintaining the proven internal dimensions of the standard 14A4a, creating a perfect balance between focus and power for orchestral performance.
The mouthpiece features a carefully calibrated shallow cup depth combined with a medium-flat rim shape that enables wonderful stability and fast response across all registers. This optimized geometry allows trumpet players to achieve the precise articulation and dynamic control required for complex orchestral repertoire while maintaining comfort during extended performance sessions.
The premium gold-plated cup and rim provide a smoother feel and enhanced comfort compared to silver plating, making it ideal for players who prefer the tactile qualities of gold while maintaining the concentrated sound characteristics that define professional orchestral trumpet performance.
Ideal For
- Professional orchestral trumpet players seeking concentrated tone and powerful projection for symphonic repertoire
- Symphony musicians who need the focused, expressive sound that cuts through complex orchestral textures
- Advanced students preparing for professional orchestral auditions requiring exceptional facility and flexibility
- Ensemble performers in wind orchestras and concert bands who demand reliable projection and tonal focus
- Music educators in Idaho Falls demonstrating professional-level orchestral trumpet technique and sound production
Key Features
Heavyweight Outer Profile
Innovative design adds extra external mass to darken and focus the tone into a concentrated sonic weapon, providing the projection and volume needed to cut through orchestral textures while maintaining tonal beauty.
Professional GP Series Design
Specialized design elements engineered specifically for symphonic and orchestra players, delivering the feel, response, and tone quality needed to perform with the world's most prestigious ensembles.
Gold-Plated Cup and Rim
Premium gold plating provides a smoother feel and enhanced comfort on the lips, preferred by many professional players for extended performance sessions and superior tactile response.
Optimal Cup Specifications
The 16.68mm cup diameter combined with shallow cup depth enables wonderful stability, fast response, and the facility required for demanding orchestral trumpet repertoire.
Enhanced Resistance Design
Narrow backbore increases resistance for improved control and projection, allowing players to achieve the precise dynamics and articulation required for professional orchestral performance.
What's Included
- Yamaha 14A4a Heavyweight Trumpet Mouthpiece with Gold-Plated Rim and Cup
- Yamaha manufacturer warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Instrument Type | Piccolo/Lead Trumpet |
| Series | GP Series (Gold-Plated) |
| Model Size | 14A4a |
| Material | Brass |
| Finish | Gold-plated cup and rim |
| Cup Diameter | 16.68mm (0.656") |
| Cup Depth | Shallow |
| Rim Shape | Medium-flat |
| Throat | 3.65mm (0.143") |
| Backbore | Narrow |
| Design | Heavyweight outer profile |
| Model Number | TR14A4A-HGPR |
| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
| Weight | 5.2 oz |
Experience This Professional Trumpet Mouthpiece Today
Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to experience the concentrated tone and powerful projection of the Yamaha 14A4a heavyweight trumpet mouthpiece with gold-plated rim and cup. Our knowledgeable staff can help you find the perfect mouthpiece setup to complement your orchestral playing style and musical goals, ensuring you achieve the professional sound quality that Yamaha GP Series mouthpieces are renowned for in the world's finest orchestras.
