Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 6BL or Schilke 45B?

The Denis Wick 6BL has a cup diameter of 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in compared to 24.30 mm / 0.9567 in on the Schilke 45B — a difference of 1.10 mm / 0.0433 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 6BL and Schilke 45B?

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

Denis Wick 6BL vs Schilke 45B

Name: Schilke 45B
Brand: Schilke

The Denis Wick 6BL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 6BL 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 6BL

• Trombone

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 45B

• 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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Denis Wick 6BL vs Schilke 45B

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