Detail 01
16.75mm cup diameter
A middle-of-the-road rim size. Wider than lead-player pieces, so more lip inside the cup and a fuller sound with slightly more effort up high.
Product detailSKU #1274228081375
Denis WickDW6882 HeavyTop Series Trumpet Mouthpiece in Silver 3
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A size 3 silver-plated trumpet mouthpiece with a heavier blank, aimed at players wanting a rich, smooth sound with easy airflow.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who find their current mouthpiece stuffy and want freer blowing
- Concert and ensemble playing where a rounder sound fits
- Stepping up from a stock mouthpiece that came with the horn
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Lead players chasing a bright, cutting top register
- Beginners still finding a consistent embouchure
- Anyone happy with their current cup depth and rim 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
3.70mm throat
The narrowest point of the bore. This size lets air through freely without going so open that the sound loses focus.
Detail 03
5.05mm rim width
Moderately wide. Spreads pressure across the lip for endurance, at some cost to flexibility in fast interval jumps.
Detail 04
Barrel backbore
The taper behind the throat. A barrel shape keeps the sound centered and even rather than spread.
Detail 05
HeavyTop blank
Extra mass around the cup. Heavier mouthpieces feel more solid under the lip and change the response compared to a standard-weight piece.
Detail 06
Silver plating
Standard finish, harder-wearing than raw brass. Some players react to silver; gold plate is the usual alternative.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece sizing is personal — trying before buying beats reading numbers
- 02Sold as the mouthpiece alone; no pouch, case or brush included
- 03Give any new mouthpiece two weeks before judging it
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size is this?
A 3: 16.75mm cup diameter, 5.05mm rim width, 3.70mm throat, barrel backbore.
02Will it fit my trumpet?
It's a standard trumpet shank, so it fits standard Bb, C and piccolo trumpet receivers. It will not fit cornet or flugelhorn.
03How does a 3 compare to a 3C here?
Same cup diameter, rim width, throat and backbore. The 3 is described as free blowing with a rich, smooth sound; the 3C leans brighter with more projection.
04Is silver or gold plating better?
Neither plays better. Silver is harder and slightly grippier; gold is smoother and a common choice for players whose skin reacts to silver.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
8 detailsOther
- 1
- 17.25mm cup diameter; 5mm rim width; 3.90mm throat; Barrel backbore. Free blowing with an open, full sound. A great choice for symphonic work.
- 2
- 16.85mm cup diameter; 5.08mm rin width; 3.70mm throat; Barrel backbore. Rich, full-bodied tone with an easily attainable high register.
- 3
- 16.75mm cup diameter; 5.05mm rim width; 3.70mm throat; Barrel backbore. Free blowing with a rich, smooth sound.
- 3c
- 16.75mm cup diameter; 5.05mm rim width; 3.70mm throat; Barrel backbore. Bright, well-rounded sound with exceptional projection in all registers.
- 1c
- 17.25mm cup diameter; 5mm rim width; 3.90mm throat; Barrel backbore. Excellent resonance in the upper register with a well-rounded sound.
- 4x
- 16.50mm cup diameter; 5.75mm rim width; 3.70mm throat, V-type backbore. Free blowing high register with a brilliant sound. The wider rim allows for added comfort and endurance.
- 1x
- 17.50mm cup diameter; 5.23 rim width; 3.90mm throat; Barrel backbore. Focused high register with a bright, full sound
- 1 5c
- 17mm cup diameter; 5mm rim width; 3.80mm throat; Barrel backbore. Slightly wider rim to add extra stability and comfort. Great upper register.
