The overall sound is smaller/more compact than you'll get on larger mouthpieces.

Quality mouthpiece, great sound, worth purchase for any trumpet player.

However, if you were going for a dark, full sound, this isn't for you

I haven't really expanded my true range (a clear, full sound) with the Shew, but I can hang out in the

It gives me a brighter sound to cut through the band, but doesn't really help or hinder my

Nice projection, will cut through a large group - probably not for you if you're looking for a darker, orchestra sound

I haven't really expanded my true range (a clear, full sound) with the Shew, but I can hang out in the

I give it four stars because I liked the sound, and it would probably work for many people, just not for me.

I have no problem with pedal tones on this mouthpiece or playing around low C, although it gives a noticeably brighter sound than the 5C.In short: This lead mouthpiece has helped increase my endurance playing in the upper register

I get the brightest sound off this piece and cut through the band like a lazer - as a lead trumpet should.

It has a nice bright sound that cuts through the band, perfect for lead trumpet.