Bach 7 vs Denis Wick 2SL
The Bach 7 has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 7 features a deeper cup, the Bach 7 has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Bach 7 has a cup diameter of 33.25 mm / 1.3091 in compared to 32.00 mm / 1.2598 in on the Denis Wick 2SL — a difference of 1.25 mm / 0.0492 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Bach 7 has a medium cup while the Denis Wick 2SL has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Bach 7 has a wider throat (9.00 mm / 0.3543 in vs 8.45 mm / 0.3327 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.