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BachTuba/Sousaphone Mouthpiece 22

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Bach Tuba/Sousaphone Mouthpiece 22
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Independent shopping perspective

The Korena take

Standard-size mouthpiece for tuba or sousaphone. A general-purpose replacement for students and section players who need a reliable everyday piece.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • Marching band sousaphone players needing a durable spare
  • Students replacing a lost or damaged school mouthpiece
  • Concert tuba players wanting an all-around mouthpiece for both horns

Consider the trade-offs

When to look elsewhere

  • Players chasing a specific dark or bright tonal character
  • Soloists who already know they want a deeper or shallower cup
  • Anyone with a horn that takes a small-shank receiver only

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.

Bach Tuba/Sousaphone Mouthpiece 22 construction detail

Detail 01

Fits tuba and sousaphone

One mouthpiece covers both horns, so marching and concert seasons share the same embouchure and feel.

Detail 02

Size 22

A middle-of-the-line size in the tuba range. General-purpose rim and cup rather than a specialist extreme.

Detail 03

Shank fit matters

Tuba receivers vary between large and small shank. The wrong shank sits too deep or will not seat.

Detail 04

Rim size drives endurance

A wider rim spreads pressure and helps long marching sets; a narrower rim favors flexibility and range.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01Check whether your horn takes a large or small shank receiver
  2. 02No pouch, cap, or brush included; buy a mouthpiece pouch separately
  3. 03A worn horn receiver can cause sticking; keep it clean and greased
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Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Will this work on both my tuba and sousaphone?

Yes, it is made for both. Confirm your receiver shank size on each horn, since that is what determines whether it seats properly.

02Is size 22 good for a beginner?

It is a mid-range general-purpose size, which is what most students start on. It is not an extreme cup depth in either direction.

03How do I clean it?

Warm soapy water and a mouthpiece brush. Rinse well and dry it. Avoid harsh chemicals on the plating.

04Can I use this on a euphonium or baritone?

No. Those take smaller mouthpieces with a different shank. This is sized for tuba and sousaphone receivers.

Reference

Full specifications

The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.

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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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