Denis Wick 1AL vs Yamaha BL-60BL
The Yamaha BL-60BL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 1AL features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 1AL has a larger throat opening.
The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 1AL
• Trombone
Throat diameter7.45 mm / 0.2933 in
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Yamaha BL-60BL
• Trombone
Throat diameter6.92 mm / 0.2724 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 1AL has a wider throat (7.45 mm / 0.2933 in vs 6.92 mm / 0.2724 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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