Denis Wick 4E vs Yamaha TR-SHEW-LEAD
The Yamaha TR-SHEW-LEAD has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4E has a larger throat opening.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 4E
• Trumpet
Cup depthVery shallow
vs
Mouthpiece B
Yamaha TR-SHEW-LEAD
• Trumpet
Cup depthVery shallow
Best suited for
Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a very shallow cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
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.