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Denis Wick DW5286 Classic Tuba Mouthpiece
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Denis Wick makes one of the largest ranges of accessories for brass instruments available in the world today. He achieved a worldwide reputation as both a player and teacher and has used his vast experience and knowledge to create mouthpieces and mutes which have become the favourites of brass players all over the world.
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Denis Wick makes one of the largest ranges of accessories for brass instruments available in the world today. He achieved a worldwide reputation as both a player and teacher and has used his vast experience and knowledge to create mouthpieces and mutes which have become the favourites of brass players all over the world.
Denis Wick uses both the latest in computer-controlled technology, and traditional handcrafting skills to produce a range of accessories that are designed to give the best possible results.
Many Denis Wick mouthpieces are now available in the Classic, Ultra, Heritage and Heavytop shapes.
The first Denis Wick mouthpieces were made in 1968, and range has grown so much, that it is now one of the largest and most comprehensive in the world.
They are famous for their wonderful sound and brilliant designs, and are produced to the highest technical specifications. Special attention is paid to the rims, which are both comfortable and consistent. Special techniques are used to produce beautiful and extremely hard-wearing silver and gold plating.
Specification
| Size | Cup | Cup Diameter (mm) | Rim Width (mm) | Bore (mm) | Backbone | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Extra deep cup/small fitting | 32.50 | 7.48 | 8.43 | V-type | For all large tubas. Enormous volume and range. Needs strong embouchure. | No VB equivalent |
| 1L | Extra deep cup/large fitting | 32.50 | 7.48 | 8.43 | V-type | For all large tubas. Enormous volume and range. Needs strong embouchure. | No VB equivalent |
| 2 | Very deep cup/small fitting | 32.00 | 7.73 | 8.45 | V-type | Large funnel-shaped Helleberg type cup. Clean and clear sound with good projection in all registers. | VB18/Schilke 67 |
| 2L | Very deep cup/large fitting | 32.00 | 7.73 | 8.45 | V-type | Large funnel-shaped Helleberg type cup. Clean and clear sound with good projection in all registers. | VB18/Schilke 67 |
| 3 | Deep cup/small fitting | 31.25 | 8.11 | 8.78 | V-type | Deep well rounded cup and huge throat and backbone give rich organ-like tone | VB24AW/Schilke 66 |
| 3L | Deep cup/large fitting | 31.25 | 8.11 | 8.78 | V-type | Deep well rounded cup and huge throat and backbone give rich organ-like tone | VB24AW/Schilke 66 |
| 2SL | Shallow cup/large fitting | 32.00 | 7.73 | 7.65 | V-type | Soloist mouthpiece with tremendous projection and clarity in all registers | |
| 3SL | Shallow cup/large fitting | 31.25 | 8.11 | 7.62 | V-type | Soloist mouthpiece with tremendous projection and clarity in all registers | Mirafone C4 |
| 4 | Deep cup/small fitting | 30.50 | 6.89 | 8.27 | V-type | Scaled down version of 3L. Good projection with less effort. Good for young players. | No VB or Schilke equivalent |
| 4L | Deep cup/large fitting | 30.50 | 6.89 | 8.27 | V-type | Scaled down version of 3L. Good projection with less effort. Good for young players.
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No VB or Schilke equivalent |
| 5 | Deep cup/small fitting | 30.00 | 7.14 | 7.89 | V-type | Deep cup and matching backbone give a compact tone. Suits F and Eb tubas. | No VB or Schilke equivalent |
| 5L | Deep cup/large fitting | 30.00 | 7.14 | 7.89 | V-type | Deep cup and matching backbone give a compact tone. Suits F and Eb tubas. | No VB or Schilke equivalent |
Single numbers (without 'L') are for older makes of European tubas with small mouthpiece fittings. 'L' models suit all modern instruments, especially German-type designs.
| Size | Cup diameter (mm) | Rim width (mm) | Bore (mm) | Backbone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1XL | 32.50 | 8.55 | 8.43 | Open |
| 2XL | 32.00 | 8.60 | 8.45 | Open |
| 3XL | 31.25 | 8.97 | 8.78 | Large barrel |
The rims are a little more comfortable and prefrred by tubists who have to play for extended periods of time. Soft articulation is easier although there is slightly less "grip" in the very highest register.
