Denis Wick 6BM vs Yamaha AH-37C4

The Denis Wick 6BM has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 6BM has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Denis Wick 6BM
    • Baritone / Euphonium
    Cup diameter25.40 mm / 1.0000 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width6.26 mm / 0.2465 in
    Throat diameter7.12 mm / 0.2803 in
    Backboremedium
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha AH-37C4
      • Baritone / Euphonium
      Cup diameter18.60 mm / 0.7323 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter5.25 mm / 0.2067 in
      BackboreStandard
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Denis Wick 6BM has a cup diameter of 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in compared to 18.60 mm / 0.7323 in on the Yamaha AH-37C4 — a difference of 6.80 mm / 0.2677 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Denis Wick 6BM has a wider throat (7.12 mm / 0.2803 in vs 5.25 mm / 0.2067 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.

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