Bach 1¼C vs Denis Wick 5E
The Bach 1¼C has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 1¼C features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 5E has a larger throat opening.
The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 1¼C
• Trumpet
Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
vs
Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick 5E
• Trumpet
Throat diameter3.74 mm / 0.1472 in
Best suited for
Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 5E has a wider throat (3.74 mm / 0.1472 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.