Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 2SL or Yamaha BB-66B?

The Denis Wick 2SL has a cup diameter of 32.00 mm / 1.2598 in compared to 31.37 mm / 1.2350 in on the Yamaha BB-66B — a difference of 0.63 mm / 0.0248 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 2SL and Yamaha BB-66B?

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

Denis Wick 2SL vs Yamaha BB-66B

Name: Yamaha BB-66B
Brand: Yamaha

The Denis Wick 2SL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 2SL has a larger throat opening.

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

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 2SL

• Tuba

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha BB-66B

• Tuba

Finish—

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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