Denis Wick 2FL vs GR Technologies 66.5FL Almeida
The Denis Wick 2FL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 2FL features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 2FL
• Flugelhorn
Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
Cup depthVery deep
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 66.5FL Almeida
• Flugelhorn
Cup diameter16.89 mm / 0.6650 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
The Denis Wick 2FL has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.89 mm / 0.6650 in on the GR Technologies 66.5FL Almeida — a difference of 0.11 mm / 0.0043 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Denis Wick 2FL has a very deep cup while the GR Technologies 66.5FL Almeida 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.
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