Denis Wick 1 vs Denis Wick 1X
The Denis Wick 1X has a wider cup diameter.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 1
• Trumpet
Cup diameter17.25 mm / 0.6791 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width5.00 mm / 0.1969 in
Throat diameter3.89 mm / 0.1531 in
Backborebarrel
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
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Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick 1X
• Trumpet
Cup diameter17.50 mm / 0.6890 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width5.50 mm / 0.2165 in
Throat diameter3.89 mm / 0.1531 in
Backborebarrel
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
The Denis Wick 1X has a cup diameter of 17.50 mm / 0.6890 in compared to 17.25 mm / 0.6791 in on the Denis Wick 1 — a difference of 0.25 mm / 0.0098 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.
Throat Diameter
Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.89 mm / 0.1531 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.
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.