Denis Wick 4F vs Schilke 6F4
The Denis Wick 4F has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4F features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 4F
• Flugelhorn
Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width5.17 mm / 0.2035 in
Throat diameter4.58 mm / 0.1803 in
Backboreopen
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Schilke 6F4
• Flugelhorn
Cup diameter15.99 mm / 0.6295 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore24.1520"
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
The Denis Wick 4F has a cup diameter of 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in compared to 15.99 mm / 0.6295 in on the Schilke 6F4 — a difference of 0.51 mm / 0.0201 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Denis Wick 4F has a very deep cup while the Schilke 6F4 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.