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Small shank
Fits small bore tenor trombone receivers. It will not seat correctly in a large shank horn without an adapter.
Product detailSKU #1274228080845
Denis WickDW4880 Classic Series Trombone Mouthpiece in Gold 6BS
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The Korena take
Gold-plated small shank trombone mouthpiece, 6BS: 25.30mm cup, medium-shallow, V-backbore. For small bore tenor players who need an easier top end.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Small bore tenor trombone in jazz combo, lead book, or pit work
- Players losing the high register on a deeper cup
- Doublers who want one mouthpiece to cover several styles
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Large bore or bass trombone — the small shank won't seat
- Orchestral players needing a deep cup for weight and darkness
- Anyone with a gold allergy or who prefers a silver grip
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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25.30mm cup diameter
A middle-of-the-road rim size. Enough surface for control without the endurance cost of a wide bass-trombone rim.
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Medium-shallow cup
Less air volume under the lips, so the upper register speaks with less effort. You trade some low-end depth for it.
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6.66mm throat
A moderately tight throat. Adds resistance you can push against, which helps articulation clarity and stamina on long sets.
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V-type backbore
The cone-shaped exit adds warmth and rounds off the edge, keeping a shallow cup from turning brittle at volume.
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6.26mm rim width
On the narrower side. More flexibility and slotting accuracy, but it concentrates pressure, so endurance depends on your chops.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Verify your horn is small shank before ordering — measure the receiver if unsure
- 02No pouch, case, or brush included
- 03Switching mouthpieces resets your embouchure; give it two weeks before judging
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my large bore trombone?
No. This is a small shank. Large bore horns take large shank mouthpieces. Adapters exist but they change the response and are not a clean fix.
02What's the difference between 6BS and 6BL?
Same 25.30mm cup, 6.26mm rim, 6.66mm throat, and V-backbore. The BS is small shank, the BL is large shank. Pick by which horn you play.
03Does the gold plating change the sound?
Plating mainly changes feel and grip — gold is smoother and slicker on the lips than silver. Cup, throat, and backbore dimensions drive the sound.
04Is a medium-shallow cup enough for concert band?
It works, but you'll be working for low-register weight. If your book sits low and loud, a deeper cup will do more of that job for you.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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