Detail 01
31.25mm cup diameter; 8.78mm throat
These are the listed measurements for the 3XL model.
Product detailSKU #1395067584410
Denis WickDW2186 Heritage Series Tuba Mouthpiece in Silver 3XL
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The 3XL Heritage Series is a tuba mouthpiece for F tuba work, with a 31.25mm cup diameter and 8.78mm throat. A broad, rounded rim is specified for added comfort, making its design particularly relevant when playing for extended periods. Across the Heritage construction, the cup wall is reduced to 1.2mm near the rim and carries extra metal mass at its base, supporting the series’ responsive feel and rich sound. Its rim and cup are gold plated, while the body is silver plated.
Strong match
Who this is for
- F tuba work requiring the 3XL’s wide, rounded rim during longer playing periods.
- Players seeking additional rim comfort in a Heritage Series F tuba mouthpiece.
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
Wide, round rim
The 3XL rim is specified for additional player comfort during extended playing.
Detail 03
1.2mm wall thickness near the rim
The Heritage cup is thin near the rim, with extra metal mass at its lower section.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The 3XL is identified as working well for F tuba.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What are the 3XL measurements?
It has a 31.25mm cup diameter and an 8.78mm throat.
02What is the 3XL rim shape?
It uses a wide, round rim for additional player comfort.
03Is the 3XL intended for F tuba?
Yes. The 3XL is described as working well for F tuba.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
11 detailsOther
- 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.
- 1xl
- 32.5mm cup diameter; 8.43mm throat. Wider, rounded rim for large tubas. Great volume and range.
- 2xl
- 32mm cup diameter; 8.45mm throat: Wider, rounded rim for player comfort during extended periods. Works well for soft, articulated passages.
- 5l
- 30mm cup diameter; 7.89mm throat. Deep cup and matching backbore for compact sound. Good choice for F and Eb tubas.
- 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.
- 3l
- 31.25mm cup diameter; 8.78mm throat. Deep, well-rounded cup plus huge throat and backbore for rich, organ-like tone.
- 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-shape Helleberg cup with clear sound with good projection in all registers.
- 1l
- 32.5mm cup diameter; 8.43mm throat. Especially for large tubas. Enormous volume and range; needs strong embouchure.
- 3sl
- 31.25mm cup diameter; 7.62mm throat. Soloist model with brilliant tone and high register. Great for F tuba work.
