Detail 01
Large shank
Designed for a large-shank euphonium receiver.
Product detailSKU #1274228081605
Denis WickDW4880E-SM Steven Mead Series Euphonium Mouthpiece in Gold 3
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Steven Mead Series large-shank euphonium mouthpiece designed for warm, clear tone and excellent projection.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Euphonium players seeking a large-shank mouthpiece
- Solo work
- Players wanting warm, clear tone with projection
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need a medium-shank mouthpiece
- Players seeking specifications other than the SM3’s 26.40 mm cup diameter and 7.38 mm throat
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.
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26.40 mm cup diameter
The stated SM3 cup diameter.
Detail 03
7.38 mm throat
The stated SM3 throat measurement.
Detail 04
V-type backbore
The backbore type specified for the SM3.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that your euphonium accepts a large-shank mouthpiece.
- 02This is the SM3 specification: 26.40 mm cup diameter, 6.80 mm rim width, and 7.38 mm throat.
- 03The supplied title identifies this version as gold.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Which euphoniums is this mouthpiece for?
The supplied description states it is for all modern euphoniums; this SM3 version has a large shank.
02What are the SM3 dimensions?
It has a 26.40 mm cup diameter, 6.80 mm rim width, and 7.38 mm throat.
03What sound is the SM3 described as having?
It is described as offering excellent projection with a warm, clear tone.
04Is this suitable for solo playing?
Yes. The SM3 is described as an ideal soloist mouthpiece.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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- Category Source
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- Korena Special
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- 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.
- SM2M
- Medium shank; 27mm cup diameter; 6.75mm rim width; 7.30mm throat; V-type backbore. Large cup diameter allows for an open sound.
- Tier
- new
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Source Id
- site51274228081605
- Prop65
- 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.
- SM6
- Large shank; 25.40mm cup diameter; 6.26mm rim width; 7.12mm throat; V-type backbore. Excellent high register with clear, resonant sound.
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