Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 12CS or Denis Wick 6BL?

The Denis Wick 6BL has a cup diameter of 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in compared to 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in on the Denis Wick 12CS — a difference of 0.90 mm / 0.0354 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 12CS and Denis Wick 6BL?

Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Denis Wick 12CS vs Denis Wick 6BL

Name: Denis Wick 6BL
Brand: Denis Wick

The Denis Wick 6BL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 6BL has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

Base metal or construction (e.g. brass, stainless steel, plastic). Influences weight, response, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 12CS

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 6BL

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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.

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Denis Wick 12CS vs Denis Wick 6BL

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