Detail 01
Evolved cup shape
Combines elements of funnel and bowl cup shapes.
Product detailSKU #1405348752106
Denis WickDW5880E-SMU Steven Mead Ultra Series Euphonium Mouthpiece in Silver SM2U
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Steven Mead–developed Ultra Series euphonium mouthpiece built around a classic euphonium sound, with added projection, support, and upper-register response.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Euphonium players seeking a classic euphonium sound
- Players wanting added support and response in the upper register
- Players looking for increased projection from a higher-mass outer shape
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need a medium-shank mouthpiece
- Players seeking specifications other than the SM2U’s 27 mm cup diameter and large shank
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
Higher-mass outer shape
Designed to increase projection.
Detail 03
V-type backbore
The SM2U uses a V-type backbore.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that your euphonium accepts a large shank.
- 02This listing is the SM2U variant; the supplied series data includes other shank and size variants.
- 03The rim has a slightly sharper inner edge, designed to enhance response and flexibility.
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 Ultra Series SM2U euphonium mouthpiece.
02What shank does the SM2U use?
The SM2U has a large shank.
03What are its cup and throat dimensions?
It has a 27 mm cup diameter and a 7.30 mm throat.
04Who developed the Ultra Series mouthpiece?
It was designed in cooperation with euphonium virtuoso Steven Mead.
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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