Denis Wick SM2M vs Denis Wick SM6

The Denis Wick SM2M has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick SM2M features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick SM2M has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Denis Wick SM2M
    • Baritone / Euphonium
    Cup diameter27.00 mm / 1.0630 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width6.75 mm / 0.2657 in
    Throat diameter7.40 mm / 0.2913 in
    Backborebarrel
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Denis Wick SM6
      • 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

      Cup Diameter

      The Denis Wick SM2M has a cup diameter of 27.00 mm / 1.0630 in compared to 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in on the Denis Wick SM6 — a difference of 1.60 mm / 0.0630 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Denis Wick SM2M has a very deep cup while the Denis Wick SM6 has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Denis Wick SM2M has a wider throat (7.40 mm / 0.2913 in vs 7.12 mm / 0.2803 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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