Denis Wick 4 vs Denis Wick 4W

Both mouthpieces share similar core dimensions — the differences are in the details.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Denis Wick 4
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter16.40 mm / 0.6457 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width5.27 mm / 0.2075 in
    Throat diameter4.58 mm / 0.1803 in
    Backboreopen
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Denis Wick 4W
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.40 mm / 0.6457 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width5.55 mm / 0.2185 in
      Throat diameter4.58 mm / 0.1803 in
      Backboreopen
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 16.40 mm / 0.6457 in.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 4.58 mm / 0.1803 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      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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