Detail 01
16.75mm cup diameter
On the narrower side of this Murphy range, which runs 17.5mm down to 16.5mm. Less lip inside the cup, so high notes come easier.
Product detailSKU #1274228080963
Denis WickDW5882-MM Maurice Murphy Classic Trumpet Mouthpiece in Silver Silver Mm3C
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silver-plated trumpet mouthpiece, MM3C size: 16.75mm cup, 5.35mm rim, 3.7mm throat, V backbore. For players wanting a warm, versatile all-round setup.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Section players covering concert band, orchestra and jazz work
- Players wanting more warmth than a bright commercial piece
- Anyone whose upper register thins out on a wider cup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Lead players chasing maximum edge and projection
- Cornet or flugelhorn — the shank does not fit
- Players happy on their current size, since switching costs weeks
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
V-type backbore
The V taper favors a warm, rounded sound and added resonance up high, rather than the hard edge of a bright commercial piece.
Detail 03
5.35mm rim width
Shared across the whole MM range, so moving between MM sizes changes cup diameter without changing how the rim feels.
Detail 04
3.7mm throat
Also constant across the range. Sets airflow resistance, so size changes here are purely about cup and rim, not blow.
Detail 05
Silver plating
The standard finish. Slightly grippier and firmer under the lip than gold, and it tarnishes if left uncleaned.
Detail 06
MM3C vs MM1.5C
MM1.5C is 17.25mm and aimed at symphonic and jazz section work. MM3C is smaller and leans versatile with warmth.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your current mouthpiece cup diameter before switching sizes
- 02Expect two to three weeks before a new size settles
- 03Add a mouthpiece brush and pouch — silver plate marks easily
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between MM3C and MM1C?
Cup diameter. MM1C is 17.5mm with a big, open sound and strong upper register; MM3C is 16.75mm, warmer and more versatile, with added resonance up high.
02Will this help my high range?
The 16.75mm cup puts less lip in play than the wider MM sizes, which usually makes the upper register easier. It will not replace practice.
03Does it fit my cornet?
No. This is a trumpet mouthpiece and the shank is cut for trumpet receivers.
04Is silver or gold plating better?
Only feel differs. Silver has a bit more grip and a firmer feel; some players with plating sensitivities prefer gold. Sound comes from the cup, rim and backbore.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
5 detailsOther
- Mm1c
- 17.5mm cup diameter; 5.35mm rim width; 3.7mm throat; V-type backbore. Big, open sound with good upper register response.
- Mm2c
- 17mm cup diameter; 5.35mm rim width; 3.7mm throat; V-type backbore. Well-balanced, full-bodied sound with excellent flexibility.
- Mm3c
- 16.75mm cup diameter; 5.35mm rim width; 3.7mm throat; V-type backbore. Very versatile with warm, full sound—added resonance in higher register.
- Mm1 5c
- 17.25mm cup diameter; 5.35mm rim width; 3.7mm throat; V-type backbore. Perfect for symphonic playing or jazz section work. Large, well-rounded sound with exceptional response.
- Mm4c
- 16.5mm cup diameter; 5.35mm rim width; 3.7mm throat; V-type backbore. Focused, full sound with good projection and stability.
