Denis Wick 2186 Heritage - 3L Silver Plated (Tuba)
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Designed to offer a flexible and rich sound, with clear harmonics both in solo and ensemble settings.
- Denis Wick craftsmanship: a benchmark in brass accessories, developed by an orchestral musician.
- Precise dimensions (cup, rim, throat) for a balance between comfort, stability, and response.
- Silver-plated finish for a pleasant playing feel and good durability.
Manufacturer Information
Denis Wick
https://www.deniswick.com
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Denis Wick: A Signature Born from Orchestral Demands
Originally, Denis Wick created his accessories to meet a concrete need: achieving the desired resonance and projection in large London halls. Over a few decades, the brand has established itself worldwide thanks to the expertise of British craftsmen, with a constant demand for consistency and musicality.
For Which Musician and Styles?
This mouthpiece is aimed at brass players seeking reliable performance in orchestra, brass band, or as a soloist. The parameters of the cup (volume), rim (comfort), and throat (airflow) are designed to achieve controlled sound production and a structured tone.
Sound and Design
The cup influences the color and depth, the rim contributes to comfort and endurance, and the throat affects the breath sensation and attack clarity. The barrel shank indicates the fitting type on the instrument, while the silver-plated finish provides a smooth and precise touch.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For daily maintenance, a mouthpiece brush/swab and a protective pouch (universal size) are recommended to limit oxidation and preserve hygiene.
Technical specifications
| Cup diameter | 31.5 mm | Material | silver-plated |
| Edge width | 8 mm | Format | 3L |
| Cup depth | Deep | Grain | 8.78 mm |
| Category | mouthpiece | Color | Grey |
| Destination | tuba | Finishing | Silver plated |
| Rim thickness | 8.00 mm | Shank | barrel type |
| Throat size | 8.78 mm | Finish | silver-plated |
Questions frequently asked
What is the cup diameter of the Denis Wick 2186 Heritage 3L mouthpiece?
The cup has a diameter of 31.5 mm and a deep depth, designed for a depth-focused sound.
Does this tuba mouthpiece have a barrel-type shank?
The shank is of the barrel type. This format defines its fit onto the instrument.
What comfort does the 8 mm rim provide?
This mouthpiece features an 8 mm rim. This width contributes to comfort of contact and lip support.
What is the throat diameter on this 3L mouthpiece?
The throat measures 8.78 mm. This dimension affects the airflow sensation and the clarity of attacks.
Is the silver-plated finish suitable for orchestral and brass band use?
The silver-plated finish offers a smooth and precise touch. The mouthpiece is intended for tuba and is suited for orchestral, brass band, or soloist performance. A mouthpiece brush and a universal pouch are recommended for maintenance and protection.



