Bach vs Denis Wick Trumpet Mouthpieces
Bach offers 103 trumpet mouthpieces (made in United States), while Denis Wick has 21 models (made in United Kingdom). On average, Bach cups measure 16.21mm versus 16.74mm for Denis Wick. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bach
Models103
Avg cup16.21mm
Avg throat3.68mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Denis Wick
Models21
Avg cup16.74mm
Avg throat3.76mm
Common style—
CountryUnited Kingdom
Bach vs Denis Wick — head-to-head comparisons
All models
Bach (103)
3C
16.30mm · Medium
1½C
17.00mm · Medium
1
17.50mm · V.Deep
1¼C
17.00mm · Medium
5C
16.25mm · Medium
10½C
15.90mm · Medium
3
16.30mm · V.Deep
7C
16.20mm · Medium
5B
16.25mm · Deep
1C
17.00mm · Medium
10
16.00mm · V.Deep
7
16.20mm · V.Deep
3D
16.30mm · Shallow
10¾CW
15.75mm · Medium
7EW
16.20mm · Shallow
3E
16.30mm · Shallow
5MV
16.25mm · Deep
Mega Tone 5B
16.25mm · Deep
10½A
15.90mm · V.Deep
10½EW
15.90mm · Shallow
Denis Wick (21)
2W
17.00mm · V.Deep
1X
17.50mm · V.Deep
3C
16.75mm · Shallow
4B
16.50mm · Medium
5X
16.00mm · Shallow
MM1.5C
17.25mm · Medium
3
16.75mm · Medium
1
17.25mm · V.Deep
1.5C
17.00mm · V.Deep
4E
16.50mm · V.Shallow
MM2C
17.00mm · Medium
1C
17.25mm · V.Deep
3E
16.50mm · V.Shallow
4
16.50mm · Medium
4X
16.50mm · Shallow
5
16.00mm · Medium
5E
16.00mm · V.Shallow
4C
16.50mm · Shallow
MM1C
17.50mm · Medium
MM3C
16.75mm · Medium
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trumpet mouthpieces — Bach or Denis Wick?
Neither brand is universally better. Bach has 103 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 trumpet mouthpieces compare in size?
Bach averages 16.21mm cup diameter with 3.68mm throat. Denis Wick averages 16.74mm cup diameter with 3.76mm throat.