The Ultra cornet mouthpieces have been produced to make a more brilliant sound on the cornet than the traditional Denis Wick cornet mouthpieces. The cup diameter of the 1C is slightly larger than any of our current American Classic and Ultra trumpet mouthpieces. This large symphonic mouthpiece is especially useful for orchestral trumpet players who have to play the famous cornet parts written by composers such as Prokofiev, Tchaikovsky and Debussy.
They have cups less deep than the Classic range of cornet mouthpieces, producing a sound well-suited to orchestral playing giving a powerful, brilliant tone that projects well. This makes them ideal also for band players seeking the brighter tone quality. The rims are ideal for modern trumpet players, featuring a profile which is slightly more rounded than traditional Vincent Bach-style rims. The Ultra rims are designed to give maximum flexibility and stamina and have received universal praise for their carefully designed contours. Each rim exactly matches the trumpet mouthpiece of the same size. This consistency is only possible with very precise machining and finishing available from the skilled team and state-of-the-art equipment at the Denis Wick factory in Dorset.
The Ultra cornet mouthpieces produce an ideal cornet sound for works such as the famous cornet solos in the Tchaikovsky ballets and for the prominent parts in works such as Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet and Lieutenant Kijé. The sound is also ideal for shows such as Oliver!, which need a cornet with a scintillating high register and power to cut through the orchestration. The slightly more brilliant sound of the Ultra cornet also gives it a great focus, making it ideal for situations when the player is working with a microphone.
| Size |
Features |
| 1C |
The 1C is the largest Ultra cornet mouthpiece and has a massive sound which is great for orchestral playing. |
| 1.25C |
The 1¼C is a large mouthpiece with warm tone and great flexibility. It is suitable for bands and orchestras. |
| 1.5C |
The 1½C is ideal for orchestral cornet parts and has great projection and a warm tone. |
| 3C | The 3C is slightly larger than the Vincent Bach 3C and as a consequence has a slightly broader tone and improved projection. Great for use in wind bands where a strong tone that blends well is essential.
Cup diameter: 16.75mm. |
| 5C |
The 5C is an all-round mouthpiece suitable for every kind of music. Great for beginners and professionals alike, it will produce a solid sound in bands and orchestras but is flexible enough for Nat Adderley-style cornet solos in jazz groups or for the lively sound needed when playing in Broadway shows. |
| 7C |
The 7C has a focused, centred sound that works really when playing with a microphone, either in a studio or when playing amplified. It is also great for jazz and for playing show tunes. It has an easy high register that projects very well, making it ideal for cornet parts that have extended high register passages. |
Shipping specs
Weight: 0.075 kg
Dimensions: 5 × 5 × 11 cm
About Denis Wick mouthpieces
The first Denis Wick mouthpieces were made in 1968, and range has grown so much, that it is now one of the largest and most comprehensive in the world. They are famous for their wonderful sound and brilliant designs, and are produced to the highest technical specifications.
Special attention is paid to the rims, which are both comfortable and consistent. Special techniques are used to produce beautiful and extremely hard-wearing silver and gold plating. Many mouthpieces are available in Heritage and Heavytop formats as well as in the Classic shape.
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