Bach vs Denis Wick Trombone Mouthpieces
Bach offers 74 trombone mouthpieces (made in United States), while Denis Wick has 21 models (made in United Kingdom). On average, Bach cups measure 25.40mm versus 25.84mm for Denis Wick. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bach
Models74
Avg cup25.40mm
Avg throat6.40mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Denis Wick
Models21
Avg cup25.84mm
Avg throat6.96mm
Common style—
CountryUnited Kingdom
Bach vs Denis Wick — head-to-head comparisons
- Bach 1¼G vs Denis Wick 6BL
- Bach 1¼G vs Denis Wick 6BS
- Bach 1¼G vs Denis Wick 2AL
- Bach 1¼G vs Denis Wick 4.5AL
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Denis Wick 6BL
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Denis Wick 6BS
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Denis Wick 2AL
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Denis Wick 4.5AL
- Bach 12E vs Denis Wick 6BL
- Bach 12E vs Denis Wick 6BS
- Bach 12E vs Denis Wick 2AL
- Bach 12E vs Denis Wick 4.5AL
All models
Bach (74)
1¼G
27.50mm · V.Deep
6½AL (large shank)
25.40mm · Deep
12E
24.50mm · Shallow
12C
24.50mm · Shallow
5GS (large shank)
25.50mm · Deep
6½A (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
6½AL (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
4G
26.00mm · V.Deep
5G (large shank)
25.50mm · V.Deep
Mega Tone Trombone 6½A
25.40mm · Deep
11C
24.70mm · Shallow
14½D
24.50mm · Shallow
15D
24.40mm · Shallow
5GS (small shank)
25.50mm · Deep
Mega Tone Trombone 5
25.50mm · Medium
Mega Tone Trombone 6½AL
25.40mm · Deep
1¼GM
27.50mm · V.Deep
15E
24.40mm · Shallow
6½AM (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
7C
24.75mm · Shallow
Denis Wick (21)
6BL
25.40mm · Medium
6BS
25.40mm · Medium
2AL
27.00mm · V.Deep
4.5AL
25.85mm · V.Deep
4BS
25.90mm · Medium
5BL
25.73mm · Medium
4AL
26.00mm · V.Deep
5AL
25.73mm · Medium
12CS
24.50mm · Medium
1AL
27.11mm · V.Deep
2NAL
27.00mm · V.Deep
6AL
25.40mm · Medium
0AL
27.42mm · V.Deep
10CS
25.00mm · Medium
3AL
26.40mm · V.Deep
5ABL
25.73mm · Medium
5BS
25.73mm · Medium
7CS
25.40mm · Shallow
9BL
25.00mm · Medium
4BL
25.90mm · Medium
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trombone mouthpieces — Bach or Denis Wick?
Neither brand is universally better. Bach has 74 models and Denis Wick has 21. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Bach and Denis Wick trombone mouthpieces compare in size?
Bach averages 25.40mm cup diameter with 6.40mm throat. Denis Wick averages 25.84mm cup diameter with 6.96mm throat.