Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 5ABL or Schilke 51D?

The Denis Wick 5ABL has a cup diameter of 25.73 mm / 1.0130 in compared to 25.55 mm / 1.0059 in on the Schilke 51D — a difference of 0.18 mm / 0.0071 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 5ABL and Schilke 51D?

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

Denis Wick 5ABL vs Schilke 51D

Name: Schilke 51D
Brand: Schilke

The Denis Wick 5ABL has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 51D has a larger throat opening.

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

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 5ABL

• Trombone

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 51D

• Trombone

Finish—

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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