Denis Wick 5ABL vs Schilke 51D
The Denis Wick 5ABL has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 51D has a larger throat opening.
The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 5ABL
• Trombone
Throat diameter7.00 mm / 0.2756 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Schilke 51D
• Trombone
Throat diameter7.04 mm / 0.2772 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Throat Diameter
The Schilke 51D has a wider throat (7.04 mm / 0.2772 in vs 7.00 mm / 0.2756 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.
Compare Denis Wick 5ABL with others
Compare Schilke 51D with others
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