Detail 01
3C size
Medium rim diameter, medium cup depth. Bach's most common all-around trumpet size, used across concert band, jazz and orchestra.
Product detailSKU #1274115060148
BachMega Tone Trumpet Mouthpiece 3C
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Bach's heavier-blank 3C trumpet mouthpiece. Same 3C rim and cup a lot of players already know, in a thicker outer shell.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Lead and commercial players wanting a more solid core
- Existing 3C players who want more mass without changing rim feel
- Loud sections where the sound needs to hold together
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners still building embouchure on a school mouthpiece
- Players wanting a shallower cup for high-register ease
- Anyone happy with their standard 3C — change is subtle
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Mega Tone heavy blank
Thicker outer wall than a standard mouthpiece. Adds mass, which players describe as a darker, more centered sound and slower response.
Detail 03
Trumpet shank
Fits standard Bb trumpet and cornet-to-trumpet adapters. Will not fit cornet or flugelhorn receivers directly.
Detail 04
C cup depth
Middle of Bach's range. Enough depth for full tone in the staff without making the upper register a fight.
Detail 05
Rim contour
Same rim as the standard 3C, so the change is in the blank, not what your lips sit on.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece only. No pouch, brush or case included.
- 02Heavier mass slightly changes horn balance and response — try before committing
- 03Check your current mouthpiece size before switching; 3C may not match your rim
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is Mega Tone different from a regular Bach 3C?
The rim and cup are the same 3C. The outer blank is heavier, which adds mass and typically gives a darker, more centered sound with a bit more resistance.
02Will this fit my cornet?
No. This is a trumpet shank. Cornets take a cornet shank mouthpiece unless you use an adapter.
03Is 3C a good size for a beginner?
3C is a standard all-around size, but most beginners start on a 7C, which has a smaller rim that's easier to control early on.
04Will this help my high notes?
Not directly. Cup depth is unchanged from a standard 3C. Shallower cups help the upper register; this one is about tone and mass.
