Which has a bigger cup — Bruno Tilz 305-4 or Denis Wick 5AL?

The Denis Wick 5AL has a cup diameter of 25.73 mm / 1.0130 in compared to 25.50 mm / 1.0039 in on the Bruno Tilz 305-4 — a difference of 0.23 mm / 0.0091 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bruno Tilz 305-4 and Denis Wick 5AL?

Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Bruno Tilz 305-4 vs Denis Wick 5AL

Name: Denis Wick 5AL
Brand: Denis Wick

The Denis Wick 5AL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 5AL has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Bruno Tilz 305-4

• Trombone

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Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 5AL

• Trombone

Rim width6.64 mm / 0.2614 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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