Denis Wick 4FL vs Schilke 20F
The Schilke 20F has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4FL features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 4FL has a larger throat opening.
The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 4FL
• Flugelhorn
Throat diameter4.58 mm / 0.1803 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Schilke 20F
• Flugelhorn
Throat diameter3.86 mm / 0.1520 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 4FL has a wider throat (4.58 mm / 0.1803 in vs 3.86 mm / 0.1520 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.