Bach 1½C vs Denis Wick 2B
the Denis Wick 2B has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 1½C
• Cornet
Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
vs
Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick 2B
• Cornet
Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width4.92 mm / 0.1937 in
Throat diameter4.27 mm / 0.1681 in
BackboreV-type
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 2B has a wider throat (4.27 mm / 0.1681 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.
Which is better?
Neither mouthpiece clearly dominates the other — the right choice depends on your embouchure, playing style, and the sound you're after. Try both if possible.