Detail 01
Large shank
Fits large-bore tenor and bass trombones. It will not seat in a small shank leadpipe.
Product detailSKU #1274228081252
Denis WickDW4880 Classic Series Trombone Mouthpiece in Gold 3AL
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Gold-plated large shank trombone mouthpiece, 3AL. Wide rim and big cup aimed at tenor players who also cover bass parts, and at euphonium players.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Tenor trombonists doubling on bass trombone parts
- Euphonium players wanting a wider, easier-responding rim
- Long low-register sessions where rim comfort decides endurance
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Small shank trombones, which this will not fit
- Lead and commercial players chasing a bright top end
- Players sensitive to the extra air a 7.38mm throat demands
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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26.40mm cup diameter
Wide cup. More lip vibrating means a bigger low register, but it takes more air to fill.
Detail 03
6.80mm rim width
One of the wider rims in the series. Spreads pressure for endurance at the cost of some flexibility.
Detail 04
7.38mm throat
Large throat. Less resistance and more volume ceiling, but it can feel open on a light day.
Detail 05
Barrel backbore
Straight-walled bore section that keeps the sound centered and even rather than spread.
Detail 06
Gold plating
Slicker, warmer feel against the lip than silver, and an option if nickel or silver irritates your skin.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your slide leadpipe: large shank only, so a student horn will not accept it
- 02Budget for a pouch or case slot to protect the plating
- 03Switching to a wider rim takes weeks to settle; do not change before a concert
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my student trombone?
Only if it takes a large shank. Most student tenor trombones are small shank, which needs a different mouthpiece from this series.
02How does the 3AL compare to the 5AL?
The 3AL is bigger: 26.40mm cup versus 25.73mm, and a wider 6.80mm rim. The 5AL is a tighter, more tenor-focused setup for wind ensemble work.
03Is gold plating worth the extra over silver?
Mainly feel and skin comfort. Gold sits slicker and warmer on the lip and helps if silver or nickel irritates you. The cup dimensions are unchanged.
04Can I use this on euphonium?
Yes. The wide rim and full low register suit euphonium, provided your instrument takes a large shank receiver.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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- WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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