Denis Wick 2SL vs Yamaha BB-SELF
The Yamaha BB-SELF has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha BB-SELF features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 2SL has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Yamaha BB-SELF has a cup diameter of 32.86 mm / 1.2937 in compared to 32.00 mm / 1.2598 in on the Denis Wick 2SL — a difference of 0.86 mm / 0.0339 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Yamaha BB-SELF has a medium cup while the Denis Wick 2SL has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 2SL has a wider throat (8.45 mm / 0.3327 in vs 8.00 mm / 0.3150 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.
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.