Detail 01
16.75mm cup diameter
Narrower than the 17.25mm 1C. Less lip inside the cup, so the high register comes easier and drains you slower.
Product detailSKU #1274228081257
Denis WickDW6882 HeavyTop Series Trumpet Mouthpiece in Silver 3C
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A silver-plated 3C trumpet mouthpiece, 16.75mm cup with a barrel backbore. For players who want a bright, projecting sound in a mainstream size.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Lead and section players who need to cut through a band
- Trumpeters already on a 3C size wanting more projection
- Outdoor playing where the sound has to carry
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing a dark, blended orchestral tone
- Beginners still settling an embouchure on a stock mouthpiece
- Cornet or flugelhorn — the shank will not fit
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
5.05mm rim width
Middle-of-the-road rim. No wide cushion like the 5.75mm 4X, so flexibility wins over long-set comfort.
Detail 03
3.70mm throat
Tighter than the 3.90mm on the 1 and 1C. More resistance to push against, which sharpens articulation and control.
Detail 04
Barrel backbore
Straight taper rather than a V. With the tight throat it gives a centered feel instead of an open, spread blow.
Detail 05
Silver plating
Grippier under the lip than raw brass. It will tarnish, so wipe it down after playing.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Standard trumpet shank — not a cornet or flugelhorn receiver
- 02No pouch or case included
- 03Keep your old mouthpiece; a size change takes a week or two to settle
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between the 3 and the 3C?
Dimensions are identical: 16.75mm cup, 5.05mm rim, 3.70mm throat, barrel backbore. The 3C is brighter with more projection; the 3 blows freer with a smoother sound.
02Will this help my high register?
The 16.75mm cup is narrower than the 1 and 1C, which generally makes the upper register easier to hold. It will not replace practice on the range itself.
03Is a 3C good for lead playing?
Yes. Bright, well-rounded, with strong projection across all registers — that is the profile lead and commercial players usually want.
04Does it fit any trumpet?
It uses a standard trumpet shank, so it fits standard trumpet receivers. It will not fit a cornet or flugelhorn.
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.
