Bach 30CB vs Denis Wick 1AL
The Bach 30CB has a wider cup diameter.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 30CB
• Trombone
Cup diameter30.00 mm / 1.1811 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
vs
Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick 1AL
• Trombone
Cup diameter27.11 mm / 1.0673 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width6.09 mm / 0.2398 in
Throat diameter7.45 mm / 0.2933 in
Backboreopen
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
The Bach 30CB has a cup diameter of 30.00 mm / 1.1811 in compared to 27.11 mm / 1.0673 in on the Denis Wick 1AL — a difference of 2.89 mm / 0.1138 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a very deep 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.