Trumpet mouthpiece M5 lightweight with resonator

The Padovani Music M5 Lightweight Mouthpiece with Resonator was developed to provide a balanced combination of rim comfort, projection, brilliance, range flexibility and tonal body.

Its medium-depth cup delivers a quick response and excellent ease in the upper register while preserving a consistent, focused sound with strong presence. The result is a highly balanced mouthpiece for players seeking greater comfort without sacrificing sound quality.

With a 16.25 mm inside rim diameter, the M5 occupies an intermediate position between the M3 and M7 models. It offers slightly greater ease and agility than the M3 while retaining more tonal body and embouchure comfort than the M7, making it an excellent choice for musicians who want to improve their range without moving to an extremely small rim size.

These characteristics make the M5 a highly versatile model, recommended for jazz, popular music, concert bands, church performances, recording sessions, live shows, musical theater and musicians who accompany touring or performing artists. It provides an excellent balance of projection, brilliance, resistance and comfort.

The rim profile was developed to provide comfort and precision while maintaining the support and grip required for secure articulation and greater embouchure control. Its Standard backbore delivers a balanced response, excellent projection and outstanding versatility across different musical styles.

Resonator

Padovani Music resonators are available in a variety of finishes and, in addition to their elegant appearance, provide variations in tone color and projection. The musician can play the mouthpiece with or without the resonator, adjusting the sound according to personal preference and musical needs.

• ✅ With resonator: darker, warmer tone with a more focused projection
• ❌ Without resonator: brighter tone with a more open projection

Technical Specifications

• ✔️ Inside Rim Diameter: 16.25 mm (0.639")
• ✔️ Throat: 3.70 mm
• ✔️ Backbore: Standard
• ✔️ Cup Depth: Medium
• ✔️ Approximate Equivalent: Bach 5D

What's the Difference?

Compare the M5 with other Padovani Music mouthpiece models:

• 🔹 A5 Lightweight: features the same inside rim diameter but has a deeper cup, approximately equivalent to a Bach 5C. The A5 provides a broader, fuller sound, while the M5 delivers greater brilliance, a quicker response and increased ease in the upper register.
• 🔹 M7 Lightweight: features a smaller inside rim diameter, providing even greater range flexibility, lower resistance and increased brilliance. The M5 retains more embouchure room, greater tonal body and a more balanced overall response.

To explore additional options, visit our Mouthpiece Comparison Chart.