Detail 01
3 rim size
In Bach numbering, lower numbers are larger. A 3 is wider than the common 7C most students start on.
Product detailSKU #1274115059838
BachStandard Series Trumpet Mouthpiece in Silver 3CW
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silver-plated Bach 3CW trumpet mouthpiece. A large-ish rim with a wide, flat contour for players who want comfort over a long playing session.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Concert band and orchestral players on long rehearsals
- Players whose lips fatigue on narrow rims
- Upgrading from a stock student mouthpiece
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Lead players chasing screaming high register
- Cornet or flugelhorn — wrong shank entirely
- Anyone with a nickel or silver sensitivity
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
C cup
Medium cup depth. The general-purpose choice — enough body for band work without killing the upper register.
Detail 03
W rim contour
Wider, flatter rim than a standard 3C. More comfortable over hours, slightly less precise on fast interval jumps.
Detail 04
Silver plating
Slicker and slightly brighter feel than gold plate. Tarnishes over time and can irritate nickel-sensitive players.
Detail 05
Standard Series
Bach's regular production line, so replacements and matching sizes are easy to find later.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece only — no pouch or brush
- 02Moving from a 7C to a 3C is a real jump in rim size
- 03Silver tarnishes; plan on periodic polishing
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 3C too big for a student?
It is larger than the standard 7C most students start on. It works if you have a developed embouchure, but a smaller rim is usually easier for the first year or two.
02What is the difference between 3C and 3CW?
The W is a wider, flatter rim contour. The cup and throat stay in the same family; the change is how the rim sits on your lips and how long you can play comfortably.
03Can I use this in a cornet?
No. Trumpet and cornet mouthpieces use different shank tapers. Use a cornet mouthpiece in a cornet.
04Silver or gold plate?
Silver feels slicker and firmer on the lip and costs less. Gold is smoother and warmer to the touch, and is the fallback if silver irritates your skin.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
