Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 4W or Yamaha CR-11E4S?

The Yamaha CR-11E4S has a cup diameter of 16.46 mm / 0.6480 in compared to 16.40 mm / 0.6457 in on the Denis Wick 4W — a difference of 0.06 mm / 0.0024 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 Yamaha CR-11E4S?

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

Denis Wick 4W vs Yamaha CR-11E4S

Name: Yamaha CR-11E4S
Brand: Yamaha

The Yamaha CR-11E4S 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

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

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 4W

• Cornet

Backboreopen

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha CR-11E4S

• Cornet

BackboreStandard

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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