Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 4BS or Monette Unity TS6?

The Denis Wick 4BS has a cup diameter of 25.90 mm / 1.0197 in compared to 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in on the Monette Unity TS6 — a difference of 0.50 mm / 0.0197 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 4BS and Monette Unity TS6?

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

Denis Wick 4BS vs Monette Unity TS6

Name: Monette Unity TS6
Brand: Monette

The Denis Wick 4BS has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4BS has a larger throat opening.

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

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 4BS

• Trombone

Backboremedium

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Monette Unity TS6

• Trombone

Backbore—

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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Denis Wick 4BS vs Monette Unity TS6

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