Tuba Mouthpiece Specifications

Rim Diameters

* Rim diameters range from 1.26 inches (32 mm) to 1.32 inches (33.5 mm).

* Measured at .05 inches into the cup in the long, vertical axis of the oval.

* Named by the size in inches (1.28 inch rim is called a 28 rim).

Cup Depths

F Cup

* Similar to a PT65 cup
* Shallow, modified V shape
* Excellent balance of clarity and projection
* Even response in all registers and a round, full tone

G Cup

* Similar to the Schilke Geib, Bach 7, Bach 12, and Yamaha 67C4 mouthpieces
* Cup shape is a modified funnel, which is slightly more bowl shaped than a Helleberg style cup
* Sounds is less dark than a Helleberg cup, with a bit more projection
* Excellent choice for rotary valve tubas

H Cup

* Helleberg style cup similar to the Schilke Helleberg II, Conn Helleberg, and Laskey H series mouthpieces
* Deep funnel shape
* Dark, round sound that still has excellent projection when desired

D Cup

* The Wedge D cup has a deep bowl shape similar to the PT50 and PT88 mouthpieces.
* In smaller diameter is an excellent choice for a player looking for the characteristics of a Bach 24AW on EEb tuba.
* In larger diameters produces a huge sound with a very even response in all registers.

Shanks

* Are you uncertain about what size shank you need? Get all the information your need from our tuba shank guide.

Material Options

Brass