Denis Wick SFL vs Yamaha FH-SHEW
The Yamaha FH-SHEW has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick SFL has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick SFL
• Flugelhorn
Cup diameter16.00 mm
Cup depthMedium
Rim width5.30 mm
Throat diameter4.45 mm
Backboreopen
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Yamaha FH-SHEW
• Flugelhorn
Cup diameter16.54 mm
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter4.40 mm
BackboreLong taper
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
The Yamaha FH-SHEW has a cup diameter of 16.54 mm compared to 16.00 mm on the Denis Wick SFL — a difference of +0.54 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick SFL has a wider throat (4.45 mm vs 4.40 mm). 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.