Denis Wick DW3186 Heritage Series Tuba Mouthpiece in Gold 3SL

Description

The Denis Wick DW3186G Heritage Series tuba mouthpieces feature a deep, V-type funnel-shaped Helleberg-style cup combined with added mass near the throat and backbore that provide a rich, even and focused sound. The upper walls and rim are thinned to compensate for the added mass. The result is easier articulation in the upper register with a colorful tonal response. From solo literature to large ensemble performance, the Heritage tuba mouthpieces meet the requirements of every musical style. The DW3186G Heritage mouthpieces are available in gold-plate finish.

• 1CC: 32.50mm cup diameter; 8.45 throat. Very big, very deep Helleberg-style mouthpiece which is ideal for all big BBb and CC tubas. Very full tone. Excellent for use in large orchestras.
• 1L: 32.5mm cup diameter; 8.43mm throat. Especially for large tubas. Enormous volume and range; needs strong embouchure.
• 1XL: 32.5mm cup diameter; 8.43mm throat. Wider, rounded rim for large tubas. Great volume and range.
• 2CC: 32.00mm cup diameter; 8.45 throat. Similar to the 1CC, but with a slightly smaller cup diameter. A large mouthpiece that produces a very large dynamic range but has an excellent core to the sound.
• 2.5CC: 32mm cup diameter; 8.6mm throat. Medium-large Helleberg-type mouthpiece. Great intonation on CC tubas due to careful attention to backbore design.
• 2L: 32mm cup diameter; 8.45mm throat. Large funnel-shape Helleberg cup. Clean and clear sound in all registers
• 2SL: 32mm cup diameter; 7.65mm throat. Funnel-shaped Helleberg cup with clear sound with good projection in all registers.
• 2XL: 32mm cup diameter; 8.45mm throat. Wider, rounded rim for player comfort during extended periods. Works well for soft, articulated passages.
• 3CC: 31.50mm cup diameter; 8.78mm throat. A slightly smaller cup diameter than the 2.5CC makes this mouthpiece the ideal choice for all 4/4 size instruments.
• 3L: 31.25mm cup diameter; 8.78mm throat. Deep, well-rounded cup plus huge throat and backbore for rich, organ-like tone.
• 3SL: 31.25mm cup diameter; 7.62mm throat. Soloist model with brilliant tone and high register. Great for F tuba work.
• 3XL: 31.25mm cup diameter; 8.78mm throat. Wide, round rim for additional player comfort. Works well for F tuba.
• 4L: 30.5mm cup diameter; 8.27mm throat. Excellent choice for younger players. Good projection with less effort.
• 5L: 30mm cup diameter; 7.89mm throat. Deep cup and matching backbore for compact sound. Good choice for F and Eb tubas.