Denis Wick - 5281U Ultra Cornet Plaquée Argent 1C

You want your cornet to be heard at the back of the room; Denis Wick's Ultra series was made for that - this silver-plated 5281U attacks hard from the outset. Extra mass has been added to the upper part of the mouthpiece. Not for sport, to concentrate the energy. The result? Your sound comes out straighter, denser, without you having to push like hell.

The rest of the geometry follows the same logic. The 1C size features a 17.25 mm bowl diameter and a 5.67 mm rim width that secure the mouthpiece without enclosing it. The V-Type rear bore plays a key role in the equation: it channels the air for a clean attack and instantly recognisable tonal colouration. The highs come through cleanly, the midrange sings, and the bass remains full-bodied.

In concert, in front of an orchestra or in a brass section, your cornet cuts through the mix without straining. In rehearsal, you can hear every nuance you produce. It's a mouthpiece that makes your playing more present, more assertive. The 3.80 mm bore offers just the right amount of resistance to keep you in control, even when you're pushing the air column.

The silver plating adds a touch of shine on contact and a slightly crisper response under the lips.