Detail 01
Large shank
The SM5 is specified with a large shank.
Product detailSKU #1274228081229
Denis WickDW5880E-SM Steven Mead Series Euphonium Mouthpiece in Silver 5
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Steven Mead Series large-shank euphonium mouthpiece designed for modern instruments, with a stated blend of resistance and airflow.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Euphonium players using a large-shank setup
- Players seeking a balance of resistance and airflow
- Players looking for a mouthpiece made for modern euphoniums
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who require a medium-shank mouthpiece
- Players seeking specifications other than the SM5’s 25.73 mm cup diameter and 7.30 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.
Detail 02
25.73 mm cup diameter
This is the stated SM5 cup diameter.
Detail 03
6.64 mm rim width
This is the stated SM5 rim width.
Detail 04
7.30 mm throat
This is the stated SM5 throat size.
Detail 05
V-type backbore
The SM5 is specified with a V-type backbore.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that your euphonium accepts a large shank.
- 02This is the SM5 model, not the SM5M medium-shank version.
- 03Check the stated cup diameter, rim width, throat, and V-type backbore against your needs.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Which euphoniums is this mouthpiece intended for?
It is stated to suit all modern euphoniums.
02What shank does the SM5 use?
The SM5 uses a large shank.
03What is the SM5 cup diameter?
The stated cup diameter is 25.73 mm.
04How is the SM5 described?
It is described as offering a blend of resistance and airflow.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
15 detailsOther
- 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
- site51274228081229
- 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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