Denis Wick 3 vs Denis Wick 3L
Both mouthpieces share similar core dimensions — the differences are in the details.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 3
• Tuba
Cup diameter31.25 mm / 1.2303 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width8.11 mm / 0.3193 in
Throat diameter8.78 mm / 0.3457 in
Backborelarge barrel
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick 3L
• Tuba
Cup diameter31.25 mm / 1.2303 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width8.11 mm / 0.3193 in
Throat diameter8.78 mm / 0.3457 in
Backborelarge barrel
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 31.25 mm / 1.2303 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a very deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
Throat diameters are essentially identical at 8.78 mm / 0.3457 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.
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.