Detail 01
Small shank
Fits small-bore trombone receivers only. A large-shank horn needs the 6BL, 5AL or similar instead.
Product detailSKU #1274228081507
Denis WickDW4880 Classic Series Trombone Mouthpiece in Gold 7CS
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Gold-plated small shank trombone mouthpiece with a medium-shallow feel and medium backbore. For small-bore tenor players who want secure high range and clean articulation.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Small-bore tenor trombone with a small shank receiver
- Lead and commercial playing where the top register matters
- Players wanting quicker attacks and easier flexibility
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Large-bore or bass trombone — the shank won't seat
- Players chasing a wide, dark orchestral core
- Anyone needing a broad rim for long endurance sets
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.
Detail 02
25.40mm cup diameter
Mid-size for the small shank range — bigger than the 12CS or 10CS, smaller than the 4BS.
Detail 03
6.24mm throat
On the tight side. More back pressure, which stabilizes high notes but limits how much air you can push.
Detail 04
6.26mm rim width
Narrow rim. More lip contact freedom for slurs and range, less cushion over a long set.
Detail 05
Medium backbore
Middle-ground resistance and color, rather than the more open, spread response of the V-type backbores.
Detail 06
Gold plating
Surface finish only — the cup dimensions are unchanged. Different feel against the lips than silver plate.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your receiver: small shank will not fit a large-bore horn
- 02Mouthpiece only — no pouch, case, or brush
- 03Plating wears with use; keep it off hard surfaces and clean it regularly
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my trombone?
Only if your trombone has a small shank receiver, typical of small-bore tenors. Large-bore horns need a large shank mouthpiece such as the 7C equivalent in Denis Wick's large shank line.
02Is the 7CS good for jazz or lead playing?
It works well up high — clean attacks, easy flexibility, strong high range. For a wider rim built more around endurance, the 12CS is the other small shank option to weigh.
03How is it different from the 6BS?
The 6BS has a wider throat (6.66mm) and a V-type backbore. The 7CS is tighter at 6.24mm with a medium backbore, so it blows with more resistance.
04Does the gold plating change the sound?
The cup, rim, throat, and backbore dimensions do the work. The plating is a contact surface, so what changes is how it feels on your lips.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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