Bach 5B Flugel vs Denis Wick RW3FL
The Denis Wick RW3FL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick RW3FL features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick RW3FL has a larger throat opening.
The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 5B Flugel
• Flugelhorn
Throat diameter3.99 mm / 0.1571 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick RW3FL
• Flugelhorn
Throat diameter4.58 mm / 0.1803 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick RW3FL has a wider throat (4.58 mm / 0.1803 in vs 3.99 mm / 0.1571 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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