Detail 01
25.40mm cup diameter
Slightly smaller than the series 4's 26mm, so the lips sit in a more compact, controlled setting.
Product detailSKU #1274228081379
Denis WickDW5880B-SM Steven Mead Series Baritone Horn Mouthpiece in Silver 6
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silver-plated baritone horn mouthpiece from the Steven Mead series, size 6. For brass band players who want a slightly tighter rim and clearer articulation.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Brass band baritone chairs wanting cleaner attacks in fast passages
- Players stepping up from a stock mouthpiece to a matched series
- Anyone finding a wide rim blurs their articulation
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing maximum volume and breadth — the 4 is wider
- Upper-register specialists better served by the 9's V-backbore
- Euphonium players expecting the same size to translate directly
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
6.26mm rim width
Narrower rim than the 4. Less lip is supported, which sharpens articulation but asks more of your endurance.
Detail 03
7.12mm throat
Middle of the series. Controls how much air passes before back pressure builds; affects how the horn resists at volume.
Detail 04
Medium backbore
Balanced blow. Not as focused or high-register-biased as the V-backbore on the 9.
Detail 05
Silver plating
Firmer, slightly more brilliant feel than gold plate, and cooler on the lips. Can irritate skin if you react to silver.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece only — no pouch, case, or shank adapter included
- 02Check the shank matches your baritone's receiver before playing
- 03Expect a re-adjustment period if you're coming off a wider rim
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is the 6 different from the 4?
The 4 has a wider 26mm cup and 6.72mm rim, aimed at a big, full sound and endurance. The 6 is narrower at 25.40mm with a 6.26mm rim for added clarity.
02Is this good for brass band?
Yes. The 6 is built as the brass band size in the Steven Mead series, with the narrower rim specifically for clarity.
03Will this help my high register?
Not primarily. The 9, with its V-type backbore and 7mm throat, is the one designed for high register, projection and clarity.
04Does silver plating wear off?
Plating wears at the rim over years of playing, faster if your skin chemistry is acidic. Wipe it dry after sessions to slow it down.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
3 detailsOther
- Sm4
- 26mm cup diameter; 6.72mm rim width; 7.39mm throat; Medium backbore. Excellent endurance and a big, full sound.
- Sm6
- 25.40mm cup diameter; 6.26mm rim width; 7.12mm throat; Medium backbore. Perfect brass band mouthpiece with a slightly narrower rim for added clarity.
- Sm9
- 25mm cup diameter; 6.30mm rim width; 7mm throat; V-type backbore. Excellent high register, projection and clarity.
