Detail 01
16.50mm cup diameter
Narrower than the 1 and 3 sizes in this line. Less lip inside the cup, which favors the upper register over low-register breadth.
Product detailSKU #1274228081028
Denis WickDW6882 HeavyTop Series Trumpet Mouthpiece in Silver 4X
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silver-plated trumpet mouthpiece with a heavier outer mass. The 4X pairs a shallow, bright cup with a wide rim for endurance.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Lead and commercial playing where the high register carries
- Players whose chops fade late in a long set
- Adding weight and slot stability to an existing setup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Symphonic players wanting a broad, dark orchestral sound
- Beginners still developing a centered tone in the middle register
- Players sensitive to nickel exposure under silver plating
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
5.75mm rim width
The widest rim in this series. Spreads pressure over more lip area, so endurance improves but fine flexibility can feel slightly damped.
Detail 03
3.70mm throat
A moderately tight throat. Adds some resistance you can push against, which helps articulation and slotting up high.
Detail 04
V-type backbore
Unlike the barrel backbores elsewhere in this line, the V shape brightens the sound and sharpens projection.
Detail 05
HeavyTop mass
Extra metal around the cup steadies the note center and firms up the attack. Slightly less response to subtle color changes.
Detail 06
Silver plating
Slicker and slightly brighter than gold plate, and it holds up to daily use. Some players react to the nickel underneath.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Fits standard trumpet receivers. Cornet and flugelhorn need different shanks.
- 02Sold as the mouthpiece alone; no pouch or case included.
- 03Give a new rim contour two weeks before judging your range and endurance.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does the X mean in 4X?
In this line, X models pair a wider rim with a V-type backbore. That combination targets comfort and a brilliant, free-blowing high register.
02Will a heavier mouthpiece change how my trumpet plays?
Yes. Added mass at the cup makes note centers feel more locked in and attacks firmer. Some players find it less responsive to subtle dynamic shading.
03Is this good for jazz or classical?
It leans commercial and lead. The shallow cup, tight throat, and V backbore favor brightness and projection over the broad sound most orchestral playing wants.
04How do I keep silver plating from tarnishing?
Wipe it dry after playing and store it out of open air. Rinse it in warm water weekly. Silver polish works, but frequent polishing thins the plating over time.
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.
