Bach 12C vs Denis Wick 5BL
The Denis Wick 5BL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 5BL features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 5BL has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Denis Wick 5BL has a cup diameter of 25.73 mm / 1.0130 in compared to 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in on the Bach 12C — a difference of 1.23 mm / 0.0484 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Denis Wick 5BL has a medium cup while the Bach 12C has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 5BL has a wider throat (6.87 mm / 0.2705 in vs 5.85 mm / 0.2303 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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