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Denis WickDW4880E-SMU Steven Mead Ultra Series Euphonium Mouthpiece in Gold SM3U

Denis Wick
Denis Wick DW4880E-SMU Steven Mead Ultra Series Euphonium Mouthpiece in Gold SM3U
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Independent shopping perspective

The Korena take

A gold SM3U Ultra Series euphonium mouthpiece designed with Steven Mead, combining a classic euphonium sound with added support, response, flexibility, and projection.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • Euphonium players seeking improved upper-register support and response
  • Players who want a classic euphonium sound with added projection
  • Players looking for a large-shank SM3U mouthpiece

Consider the trade-offs

When to look elsewhere

  • Players who need 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.

Denis Wick DW4880E-SMU Steven Mead Ultra Series Euphonium Mouthpiece in Gold SM3U construction detail

Detail 01

Evolved cup shape

Combines funnel- and bowl-shape elements for response and flexibility.

Detail 02

Slightly sharper inner rim edge

Designed to enhance overall response and flexibility.

Detail 03

Added outer mass

Designed to increase projection.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01This SM3U version has a large shank.
  2. 02The listed cup diameter is 26.40 mm.
  3. 03Its Ultra Series outer shape adds mass to increase projection.
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Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Who was this mouthpiece designed with?

It was designed in cooperation with euphonium virtuoso Steven Mead.

02What shank does the SM3U use?

The SM3U uses a large shank.

03What are the SM3U cup diameter and throat?

It has a 26.40 mm cup diameter and a 7.40 mm throat.

04What backbore does it have?

It uses a V-type backbore.

Reference

Full specifications

The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.

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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.

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