Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 9BS or Monette Unity TS6?

The Monette Unity TS6 has a cup diameter of 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in compared to 25.00 mm / 0.9843 in on the Denis Wick 9BS — a difference of 0.40 mm / 0.0157 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 9BS and Monette Unity TS6?

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

Denis Wick 9BS vs Monette Unity TS6

Name: Monette Unity TS6
Brand: Monette

The Monette Unity TS6 has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 9BS 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 9BS

• Trombone

BackboreV-type

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Monette Unity TS6

• Trombone

Backbore—

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 9BS vs Monette Unity TS6

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