Bach 15EW vs Bach 17

The Bach 15EW has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 17 features a deeper cup.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 15EW
    • Baritone / Euphonium
    Cup depthShallow
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bach 17
      • Baritone / Euphonium
      Cup depthMedium
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Depth

      The Bach 17 has a medium cup while the Bach 15EW has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      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.

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