Bach 10½C Flugel vs Denis Wick 5BFL
The Denis Wick 5BFL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 5BFL features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 5BFL has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Denis Wick 5BFL has a cup diameter of 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in compared to 15.90 mm / 0.6260 in on the Bach 10½C Flugel — a difference of 0.10 mm / 0.0039 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Denis Wick 5BFL has a deep cup while the Bach 10½C Flugel has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 5BFL has a wider throat (4.45 mm / 0.1752 in vs 3.99 mm / 0.1571 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.