Name: Schilke 45B
Brand: Schilke

Question 1

What is the difference between Denis Wick 7CS and Schilke 45B?

Accepted Answer

The Denis Wick 7CS has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 45B features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 7CS has a larger throat opening.

Question 2

Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 7CS or Schilke 45B?

Accepted Answer

The Denis Wick 7CS 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.

Question 3

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 7CS and Schilke 45B?

Accepted Answer

The Schilke 45B has a medium cup while the Denis Wick 7CS has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Question 4

Which is better, Denis Wick 7CS or Schilke 45B?

Accepted Answer

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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