Denis Wick 2BFL vs GR Technologies 64.7FL Trudell
The Denis Wick 2BFL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 2BFL features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 2BFL
• Flugelhorn
Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width4.92 mm / 0.1937 in
Throat diameter4.58 mm / 0.1803 in
Backboreopen
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
GR Technologies 64.7FL Trudell
• Flugelhorn
Cup diameter16.43 mm / 0.6469 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
Cup Diameter
The Denis Wick 2BFL has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.43 mm / 0.6469 in on the GR Technologies 64.7FL Trudell — a difference of 0.57 mm / 0.0224 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Denis Wick 2BFL has a deep cup while the GR Technologies 64.7FL Trudell has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
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.