Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 12CS or Schilke 47B?

The Schilke 47B has a cup diameter of 24.87 mm / 0.9791 in compared to 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in on the Denis Wick 12CS — a difference of 0.37 mm / 0.0146 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 12CS and Schilke 47B?

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

Denis Wick 12CS vs Schilke 47B

Name: Schilke 47B
Brand: Schilke

The Schilke 47B has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 47B has a larger throat opening.

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

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 12CS

• Trombone

BackboreV-type

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 47B

• Trombone

BackboreC .242"

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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Denis Wick 12CS vs Schilke 47B

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