Bach 17C vs Bach 22D
The Bach 17C has a wider cup diameter.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Bach 17C
• Baritone / Euphonium
Cup depthShallow
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Bach 22D
• Baritone / Euphonium
Cup depthShallow
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a shallow cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
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.