Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 5AL or Schilke 45?

The Denis Wick 5AL has a cup diameter of 25.73 mm / 1.0130 in compared to 24.38 mm / 0.9598 in on the Schilke 45 — a difference of 1.35 mm / 0.0531 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 5AL and Schilke 45?

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

Denis Wick 5AL vs Schilke 45

Name: Schilke 45
Brand: Schilke

The Denis Wick 5AL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 5AL has a larger throat opening.

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

Base metal or construction (e.g. brass, stainless steel, plastic). Influences weight, response, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 5AL

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 45

• Trombone

Material—

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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