Denis Wick 10CS vs Denis Wick 2AL
The Denis Wick 2AL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 2AL features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 2AL has a larger throat opening.
The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 10CS
• Trombone
Throat diameter6.24 mm / 0.2457 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick 2AL
• Trombone
Throat diameter7.24 mm / 0.2850 in
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 2AL has a wider throat (7.24 mm / 0.2850 in vs 6.24 mm / 0.2457 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.