Detail 01
26.40mm cup diameter
Middle of the Steven Mead sizes. Room for a large sound without the air demand of the 27mm models.
Product detailSKU #1274228081605
Denis WickDW4880E-SM Steven Mead Series Euphonium Mouthpiece in Gold 3
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Gold-plated Steven Mead euphonium mouthpiece at 26.40mm — the mid-size of the range, aimed at soloists who need projection with a warm, clear tone.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Euphonium soloists who need to carry over a full band
- Players stepping up from a small student mouthpiece
- Anyone whose lips react to silver plating
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting the biggest, most open sound — the 27mm SM2 goes further
- Beginners still building the air to fill a large cup
- Tight budgets; this sits at the premium end
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
7.38mm throat
Wide bore passes more air, so more volume is available — but there is less resistance to lean against.
Detail 03
V-type backbore
Tapered cone rather than a straight barrel. Pushes the tone warm and round rather than edgy.
Detail 04
Shank size
These come in large and medium shank. Your euphonium's receiver decides which one seats correctly — it is not a preference.
Detail 05
6.80mm rim width
Wide and cushioned. Helps endurance through long solo passages, slightly softens the definition of attacks.
Detail 06
Gold plating
Softer and warmer against the lip than silver, and the usual fix for players who react to silver alloys.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm large versus medium shank against your euphonium's receiver before ordering
- 02Mouthpiece only — no pouch or case included
- 03Gold plating marks more easily than silver; don't carry it loose in a gig bag
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What's the difference between gold and silver plating?
Gold is softer, warmer to the touch, and avoids reactions in players sensitive to silver alloys. The tonal difference is minor; feel and skin comfort are the real reasons to pick it.
02Large shank or medium shank?
Your instrument decides. Pull your current mouthpiece and match the taper, or check with the horn's maker. The wrong shank either falls in too far or won't seat.
03How is the 3 different from the 4?
The 4 is 26mm with a slightly narrower rim and leans toward clarity up top. The 3 is 26.40mm, set up for solo projection and a warm, clear tone.
04Will this work on a baritone horn?
No. It's cut for euphonium — the cup is too large for baritone and the shank may not seat properly in the receiver.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gold
10 detailsOther
- Sm2m
- Medium shank; 27mm cup diameter; 6.75mm rim width; 7.30mm throat; V-type backbore. Large cup diameter allows for an open sound.
- Sm3m
- Medium shank; 26.40mm cup diameter; 6.80mm rim width; 7.38mm throat; V-type backbore. Projection with a warm, clear tone. Good for solo work.
- Sm4m
- Medium shank; 26mm cup diameter; 6.72mm rim width; 7.38mm throat; V-type backbore. Clear, open sound and nice upper register.
- Sm3
- Large shank; 26.40mm cup diameter; 6.80mm rim width; 7.38mm throat; V-type backbore. Ideal soloist mouthpiece with excellent projection and warm, clear tone.
- Sm3 5
- Large shank; 26.40mm cup diameter; 6.80mm rim width; 7.62mm throat; V-type backbore. Slightly larger cup and throat for an open sound.
- Sm2
- Large shank; 27mm cup diameter; 6.75mm rim width; 7.30mm throat; V-type backbore. Large cup diameter and barrel backbore for a big, open sound.
- Sm5
- Large shank; 25.73mm cup diameter; 6.64mm rim width; 7.30mm throat; V-type backbore. Perfect blend of resistance and air flow.
- Sm4
- Large shank; 26mm cup diameter; 6.72mm rim width; 7.38mm throat; V-type backbore. Open sound with excellent clarity in the upper register.
- Sm3 5m
- Medium shank: 26.40mm cup diameter; 6.80mm rim width; 7.62mm throat; V-type backbore. Larger cup and throat from the SM3M; open sound.
- Sm6
- Large shank; 25.40mm cup diameter; 6.26mm rim width; 7.12mm throat; V-type backbore. Excellent high register with clear, resonant sound.
