Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 4W or Denis Wick 5?

The Denis Wick 4W has a cup diameter of 16.40 mm / 0.6457 in compared to 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in on the Denis Wick 5 — a difference of 0.40 mm / 0.0157 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 4W and Denis Wick 5?

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

Denis Wick 4W vs Denis Wick 5

Name: Denis Wick 5
Brand: Denis Wick

The Denis Wick 4W has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4W has a larger throat opening.

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

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 4W

• Cornet

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 5

• Cornet

Finish—

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.