Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 6BM or Schilke 38D?

The Denis Wick 6BM has a cup diameter of 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in compared to 19.73 mm / 0.7768 in on the Schilke 38D — a difference of 5.67 mm / 0.2232 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 6BM and Schilke 38D?

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

Denis Wick 6BM vs Schilke 38D

Name: Schilke 38D
Brand: Schilke

The Denis Wick 6BM has a wider cup diameter.

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

The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 6BM

• Baritone / Euphonium

Throat diameter7.12 mm / 0.2803 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 38D

• Baritone / Euphonium

Throat diameter—

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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