Detail 01
Large shank
The mouthpiece is specified for large-shank fitting.
Product detailSKU #1274228081178
Denis WickDW4880E-SM Steven Mead Series Euphonium Mouthpiece in Gold 4
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A large-shank Steven Mead Series euphonium mouthpiece designed for an open sound and clear upper register.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Euphonium players using a large-shank mouthpiece
- Players seeking open sound and upper-register clarity
- Modern euphonium players
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who require a medium-shank 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
26 mm cup diameter
This is the stated cup diameter for the SM4.
Detail 03
V-type backbore
The SM4 uses a V-type backbore.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that your euphonium accepts a large-shank mouthpiece.
- 02This is the SM4 model, with a 26 mm cup diameter and 7.38 mm throat.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Which model is this?
This is the Steven Mead Series SM4 euphonium mouthpiece.
02What shank does it use?
It has a large shank.
03What sound character is stated for the SM4?
It is described as having an open sound with excellent clarity in the upper register.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
15 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- 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
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- 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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