Home › Trombone › Bach 3 vs Denis Wick 5AL

Bach 3 vs Denis Wick 5AL

The Bach 3 has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 3 features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 5AL has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
The internal diameter of the cup, measured at the widest point inside the rim.
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 3
    • Trombone
    Cup diameter26.26 mm / 1.0339 in
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Denis Wick 5AL
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter25.73 mm / 1.0130 in
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Bach 3 has a cup diameter of 26.26 mm / 1.0339 in compared to 25.73 mm / 1.0130 in on the Denis Wick 5AL — a difference of 0.53 mm / 0.0209 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      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.

      Open in interactive tool + Add third mouthpiece Bach 3 details Denis Wick 5AL details Bach 3 equivalents Denis Wick 5AL equivalents

      Compare Bach 3 with others

      Compare Denis Wick 5AL with others

      Popular Trombone comparisons

      Bach vs Denis Wick

      Browse by specification