Bach 1½G vs Denis Wick 2NAL
the Denis Wick 2NAL has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 1½G
• Trombone
Cup diameter27.00 mm / 1.0630 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter7.01 mm / 0.2760 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
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Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick 2NAL
• Trombone
Cup diameter27.00 mm / 1.0630 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width6.15 mm / 0.2421 in
Throat diameter7.40 mm / 0.2913 in
Backborebarrel
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 27.00 mm / 1.0630 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a very deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 2NAL has a wider throat (7.40 mm / 0.2913 in vs 7.01 mm / 0.2760 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.