Detail 01
16.50 mm cup diameter
Medium size in this range. Smaller than the 3 at 16.75 mm, larger than the 5 at 16 mm.
Product detailSKU #1274228080905
Denis WickDW4882 Classic Series Trumpet Mouthpiece in Gold 4X
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A gold-plated 4X trumpet mouthpiece: 16.50 mm cup, extra-wide 5.75 mm cushion rim, V-type backbore. Built for jazz players wanting comfort and upper-register reach.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Lead and jazz playing where the high register matters
- Long sets where rim comfort decides how you finish
- Players already on a Denis Wick 4 wanting a wider rim
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Symphonic players wanting a large 1 or 1X cup diameter
- Beginners — the 4B is the easier starting point in this line
- Anyone who prefers a narrow rim for flexibility and slotting feel
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
5.75 mm cushion rim
Wide and rounded. Spreads pressure over more lip area, which helps endurance but reduces flexibility.
Detail 03
V-type backbore
Compared with the barrel backbore on the 4 and 4C, it favours projection and easier high notes.
Detail 04
3.70 mm throat
Standard for most of this line. Controls airflow resistance and how the sound holds together when pushed.
Detail 05
Gold plating
Feels slightly slicker and warmer on the lip than silver. Also an option if silver irritates your skin.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece only — no case, pouch or brush included
- 02Rim size changes embouchure; allow adjustment time before a gig
- 03Gold plate wears through with use; it is a finish, not a permanent layer
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between the 4X and the 4?
The 4X has a wider 5.75 mm cushion rim and a V-type backbore. The 4 has a 5.18 mm rim and barrel backbore, with a stabler pitch centre.
02Is this good for classical playing?
It is aimed at jazz work. For symphonic playing the larger 1, 1X or 1C cup diameters in this line suit better.
03Will the wide rim help my endurance?
A wider rim spreads pressure across more lip, which typically helps on long sets. The trade-off is less flexibility than a narrow rim.
04Does gold plating change the sound?
The difference players report is mostly in feel — slicker and warmer on the lip. Cup, rim and backbore drive the sound.
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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