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

The Denis Wick 6BY 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 6BY and Schilke 38D?

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

Denis Wick 6BY vs Schilke 38D

Name: Schilke 38D
Brand: Schilke

The Denis Wick 6BY has a wider cup diameter.

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

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 6BY

• Baritone / Euphonium

Backboremedium

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 38D

• Baritone / Euphonium

Backbore—

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.