Detail 01
1.241 inch (31.52mm) cup diameter
Narrower than most Helleberg-style rims, so less lip sits inside the cup and pitch control comes easier.
Product detailSKU #1275776903934
SchilkeStandard Series Tuba Mouthpiece 66 Silver
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silver-plated Helleberg-pattern tuba mouthpiece with a 31.52mm cup. For tubists who want Helleberg depth and volume on a slightly narrower rim.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Tubists who find full-size Helleberg rims too wide to control
- Ensemble playing where the horn has to carry volume
- Players wanting a fuller, rounder core than a stock piece gives
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players after the clearer, darker sound of the SH rim contour
- Anyone wanting a bigger cup — the 67 runs 32.41mm
- Players who need gold plating for skin sensitivity or feel
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
21/64 throat
Schilke's standard tuba bore, shared with the 62, 67 and SH. Moderate resistance rather than wide open.
Detail 03
Helleberg-derived cup
Funnel-leaning shape. Tone stays round and broad instead of bright and edgy, and low notes keep body.
Detail 04
Silver plating
Slight grip against the lip, warmer feel than raw brass. Dulls with skin oils; polish gently rather than buff.
Detail 05
Standard Series
Schilke's core numbered range, so you can step up or down in size later without changing brands or feel.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your tuba's receiver takes this shank before ordering
- 02Mouthpiece only — no pouch, case, or brush included
- 03Give a new rim size two weeks before judging endurance
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the Schilke 66 the same as a Helleberg?
It's designed from the original Helleberg, but with a smaller inside cup diameter at 31.52mm. Same concept, tighter rim, still a rich tone with plenty of volume.
02What's the difference between the 66 and the SH?
The SH is a Schilke Helleberg with a different rim contour and a sound that's clear and dark. The 66 has the smaller cup diameter and a fuller, more voluminous tone.
03Is the 66 or the 67 bigger?
The 67 is bigger at 32.41mm versus 31.52mm. Its contour is similar to the 66 but with improved tonal response.
04What throat size does it have?
21/64, the same throat used on the Schilke 62, 67 and SH tuba mouthpieces.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
5 detailsOther
- 62
- 31.85mm, 1.254 inch cup diameter; 21/64 throat. A superior standard mouthpiece with a good centered sound and easy response in the high and low register with good intonation. Also recommended for Eb or F tuba.
- 66
- 31.52mm, 1.241 inch cup diameter; 21/64 throat. Designed from the original Helleberg, this mouthpiece offers a smaller inside cup diameter but still produces a rich tone quality with a wealth of volume.
- 67
- 32.41mm, 1.276 inch cup diameter; 21/64 throat. Similar to the SH model, but slightly larger. The contour is also similar to the model 66 but offers improved tonal response.
- Sh
- 31.84mm, 1.253 inch cup diameter; 21/64 throat. This Schilke Helleberg model offers a rim contour that is different from the model 66. This mouthpiece produces a sound that is clear and dark.
- 69c4
- 32.76mm, 1.290 inch cup diameter; M throat. With a very comfortable rim and cup that is not too deep, the 69C4 offers an excellent characteristic sound and facilitates all registers of the instrument.
