Detail 01
Large shank
Fits large-bore tenor and bass trombone receivers only. Small-bore horns need a small-shank piece such as the 5BS or 6BS.
Product detailSKU #1274228081337
Denis WickDW5880 Classic Series Trombone Mouthpiece in Silver 2NAL
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Large-shank bass trombone mouthpiece, 27mm cup with an unusually narrow rim. For players who want flexibility and accurate attacks more than rim comfort.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bass trombonists who need secure highs without losing the bottom
- Large-bore tenor players doubling on bass parts
- Playing with wide leaps and fast slurs
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Small-bore horns — a large shank will not seat
- Players already fighting endurance; the narrow rim concentrates pressure
- Beginners on student trombones
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
27mm cup diameter
Bass trombone territory. More lip vibrates inside the cup, so lows open up but the piece asks for more air.
Detail 03
6.15mm rim width
Narrow for a cup this size — the 2AL runs 6.73mm. Sharper edge finds notes faster but tires the chops sooner.
Detail 04
7.30mm throat
Mid-size for a bass piece. Keeps enough resistance that the sound stays centered instead of spreading at loud dynamics.
Detail 05
Barrel backbore
Straight-walled behind the throat rather than tapered. Gives a more solid, traditional core than the V-type backbores in this line.
Detail 06
Silver plating
Firmer, grippier against the lip than gold. It will wear thin at the rim and shank after years of daily playing.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece only — no pouch, brush, or case included
- 02Check your receiver first; large shank will not enter a small-bore slide
- 03Give any rim change two weeks before judging endurance
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my bass trombone?
Yes, if it takes a large shank — standard on bass and large-bore tenor trombones. Small-bore tenor slides need a small-shank mouthpiece instead.
02What is the difference between the 2NAL and the 2AL?
Same 27mm cup, 7.30mm throat and barrel backbore. The 2NAL rim is 6.15mm against the 2AL's 6.73mm — narrower, quicker to respond, sharper feel.
03Can I use it on a tenor trombone?
Only on a large-bore tenor, and it is a big cup for tenor work. Most tenor players sit nearer 25–26mm, which is the 5AL or 4AL range.
04Does the narrow rim hurt endurance?
It can. Less contact area puts pressure on a smaller patch of lip. For long sets, the wider rims on the 2AL or 3AL hold up better.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
23 detailsOther
- 6bl
- Large shank; 25.30mm cup diameter; 6.26mm rim width; 6.66mm throat; V-type backbore. Medium-shallow cup design for improved high register. Great all-around mouthpiece.
- 5al
- Large shank; 25.73mm cup diameter; 6.64mm rim width; 7.30mm throat; Barrel backbore. Perfect for wind ensemble and symphonic work. Deep cup and larger bore for improved projection and tone.
- 6al
- Large shank; 25.40mm cup diameter; 6.80mm rim width; 7.20mm throat; Medium backbore. Big, full sound with even tone quality and improved high register. Ideal for concert band and brass band players.
- 9bl
- Large shank; 25mm cup diameter; 6.46mm rim width; 6.66mm throat; V-type backbore. Brilliant, sonorous high register with full sound.
- 4bs
- Small shank; 25.90mm cup diameter; 6.77mm rim width; 7.13mm throat; Medium backbore. Big bore sound for a small bore instrument. Excellent for the well-developed embouchure that needs a large cup on a small bore trombone.
- 5bs
- Small shank; 25.73mm cup diameter; 6.64mm rim width; 6.87mm throat, Medium backbore. Gives the smaller bore trombone the qualities of a large bore instrument. Brilliant and solid high register.
- 12cs
- Small shank; 24.50mm cup diameter; 6.71mm rim width; 6.10mm throat; V-type backbore. Wider, rounded rim for endurance and clear, resonant high register. Excellent jazz model.
- 6bs
- Small shank; 25.30mm cup diameter; 6.26mm rim width; 6.66mm throat; V-type backbore. Medium-shallow cup design for improved high register. Great all-around small shank mouthpiece.
- 7cs
- Small shank; 25.40mm cup diameter; 6.26mm rim width; 6.24mm throat; Medium backbore. Clean tone with clear attacks and increased flexibility. Fantastic high range.
- 9bs
- Small shank; 25mm cup diameter; 6.46mm rim width; 6.66mm throat; V-type backbore. Good all-around small shank mouthpiece. Good choice for lead playing or alto trombone.
- 4abl
- Large shank; 26mm cup diameter; 6.72mm rim width; 7.38mm throat; Medium backbore. Dark core sound with excellent flexibility. Improved high register performance.
- 5abl
- Large shank; 25.73mm cup diameter; 6.64mm rim width; 7.15mm throat, Medium backbore. Excellent high register with a rich tone.
- 10cs
- Small shank; 25mm cup diameter; 6.46mm rim width; 6.24mm throat; Medium backbore. Clean, even tone quality in all registers. Good choice for jazz or alto trombone.
- 0al
- Large shank; 27.42mm cup diameter; 6.09mm rim width; 7.45mm throat; Barrel backbore. Clean, precise attacks in the low register. Great for strong, advanced players.
- 1al
- Large shank; 27.11mm cup diameter; 6.09mm rim width; 7.45mm throat; Open backbore. Open sound in all registers with perfect amount of resistance. Rich, dark tone.
- 4 5al
- Large shank; 25.85mm cup diameter; 6.80mm rim width; 7.24mm throat; Barrel backbore. Easy blowing upper register with dark tone. Well suited for symphonic trombonist.
- 00al
- Large shank; 28mm cup diameter; 6.40mm rim width; 8.15mm throat; Open backbore. Dark, round tone with exceptional projection and clarity. Good choice for contrabass trombone.
- 2al
- Large shank; 27mm cup diameter; 6.73mm rim width; 7.30mm throat; Barrel backbore. Secure high register with full, dark lows. Wider rim with clear traditional bass sound. Good choice for orchestral work.
- 3al
- Large shank; 26.40mm cup diameter; 6.80mm rim width; 7.38mm throat; Barrel backbore. Great choice for tenor players that also double on bass or strong euphonium players. Wider rim and easy response.
- 4bl
- Large shank; 25.90mm cup diameter; 6.77mm rim width; 7.13mm throat; Medium backbore. Idela for solo playing with excellent range and even tone production. Clear ringing sound with good high register.
- 2nal
- Large shank; 27mm cup diameter; 6.15mm rim width; 7.30mm throat; Barrel backbore. Easy high and low register. Narrower rim with excellent flexibility and accurate attacks.
- 5bl
- Large shank; 25.73mm cup diameter; 6.64mm rim width; 6.87mm throat, Medium backbore. Ideal for principal players with free and resonant high register.
- 4al
- Large shank; 26mm cup diameter; 6.72mm rim width; 7.38mm throat; Barrel backbore. Full low register with big, dark sound. A classic euphonium model that is also good for powerful trombonist.
