Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 1AL or Schilke 52E2?

The Denis Wick 1AL has a cup diameter of 27.11 mm / 1.0673 in compared to 25.91 mm / 1.0201 in on the Schilke 52E2 — a difference of 1.20 mm / 0.0472 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 1AL and Schilke 52E2?

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

Denis Wick 1AL vs Schilke 52E2

Name: Schilke 52E2
Brand: Schilke

The Denis Wick 1AL has a wider cup diameter.

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

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 1AL

• Trombone

Backboreopen

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 52E2

• Trombone

BackboreJ.277

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

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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