Which has a bigger cup — Conn Connstellation 7BW or Denis Wick 3?

The Denis Wick 3 has a cup diameter of 16.75 mm / 0.6594 in compared to 16.42 mm / 0.6465 in on the Conn Connstellation 7BW — a difference of 0.33 mm / 0.0130 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Conn Connstellation 7BW and Denis Wick 3?

Both mouthpieces share a very deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Conn Connstellation 7BW vs Denis Wick 3

Name: Denis Wick 3
Brand: Denis Wick

The Denis Wick 3 has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Conn Connstellation 7BW

• Cornet

General

Backbore—

Best suited for

📋Trumpet players seeking precise matched dimensions

🎶Size 7 (16.42mm); smaller cup; more compact tone; Wide rim; larger rounded inner radius; less bite.

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 3

• Cornet

Backboreopen

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Which is better?

Neither mouthpiece clearly dominates the other — the right choice depends on your embouchure, playing style, and the sound you're after. Try both if possible.

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Conn Connstellation 7BW vs Denis Wick 3

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