Denis Wick 9BL vs Denis Wick 9BS

Both mouthpieces share similar core dimensions — the differences are in the details.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Denis Wick 9BL
    • Trombone
    Cup diameter25.00 mm / 0.9843 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width6.46 mm / 0.2543 in
    Throat diameter6.66 mm / 0.2622 in
    BackboreV-type
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Denis Wick 9BS
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter25.00 mm / 0.9843 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width6.46 mm / 0.2543 in
      Throat diameter6.66 mm / 0.2622 in
      BackboreV-type
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 25.00 mm / 0.9843 in.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 6.66 mm / 0.2622 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      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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