Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 2SL or Denis Wick 3SL?

The Denis Wick 2SL has a cup diameter of 32.00 mm / 1.2598 in compared to 31.25 mm / 1.2303 in on the Denis Wick 3SL — a difference of 0.75 mm / 0.0295 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 2SL and Denis Wick 3SL?

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

Denis Wick 2SL vs Denis Wick 3SL

Name: Denis Wick 3SL
Brand: Denis Wick

The Denis Wick 2SL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 2SL 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

Denis Wick 2SL

• Tuba

Rim width7.73 mm / 0.3043 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 3SL

• Tuba

Rim width8.11 mm / 0.3193 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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Denis Wick 2SL vs Denis Wick 3SL

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