Detail 01
Cup diameter, 16 to 17.5 mm
Bigger diameter means more volume and a fuller low register, but costs endurance. Smaller favors high notes and stamina.
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Denis WickDW4882 Classic Series Trumpet Mouthpiece in Gold 1
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Gold-plated Denis Wick Classic trumpet mouthpiece, sold in a range of cup sizes. For players who know which Wick number they want.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Trumpet players who already know their Denis Wick cup number
- Symphonic players wanting the larger 1, 1X, or 2W cups
- Jazz players after a V-backbore piece like the 4X or 5X
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players unsure of their size — cup diameter changes everything
- Anyone with a gold or plating sensitivity on the lips
- Cornet or flugelhorn players; these are trumpet shanks
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
Barrel vs V-type backbore
Barrel gives a rounder, more centered symphonic tone. V-type opens projection and makes the upper register speak more easily.
Detail 03
Rim width, 5 to 6 mm
Wider rims spread pressure across more lip and extend endurance. Narrow rims give sharper articulation and more flexibility.
Detail 04
Throat, 3.70 to 3.90 mm
Larger throats blow freer and take more air. Smaller throats add resistance, which helps control at lower volume.
Detail 05
Gold plating
Feels warmer and slicker on the lip than silver. Softer than silver, so it wears through faster with heavy use.
Detail 06
E and X model suffixes
E models are bright, high-register lead pieces. X models add an extra-wide cushion rim for comfort over long sets.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm which cup number you are ordering — the numbers are not interchangeable
- 02Gold plating wears at contact points over years of daily playing
- 03Give any new mouthpiece two weeks before judging it fairly
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between a 4 and a 4C?
Both are 16.50 mm with a 5.18 mm rim and 3.70 mm throat. The 4 centers pitch with a warm, dark tone; the 4C is harmonically richer with a stronger high register.
02Which one should a beginner get?
The 4B. It uses the same 16.50 mm cup as the other 4s but is built to blow easily with a warm tone, so it does not fight a developing embouchure.
03Is gold plating better than silver?
It is not better, just different. Gold feels warmer and slides more on the lip, which some players prefer. It is also softer and wears faster than silver.
04Which model is best for lead and high notes?
The 5E is the brightest screamer of the group, with a 16 mm cup and V-type backbore. The 3E and 4E are similar but with progressively larger cups.
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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