Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 3AL or Denis Wick 4AL?

The Denis Wick 3AL has a cup diameter of 26.40 mm / 1.0394 in compared to 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in on the Denis Wick 4AL — 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 3AL and Denis Wick 4AL?

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

Denis Wick 3AL vs Denis Wick 4AL

Name: Denis Wick 4AL
Brand: Denis Wick

The Denis Wick 3AL 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

Denis Wick 3AL

• Trombone

Backborebarrel

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 4AL

• Trombone

Backborebarrel

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣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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Denis Wick 3AL vs Denis Wick 4AL

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