Standard Series Tuba Mouthpieces

Tuba Standard Series Mouthpieces

Schilke Standard Series Tuba Mouthpieces are specially designed for BBb, CC, Eb and F Tubas (sousaphones) which require a standard (large) shank tuba mouthpiece.

ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
6231.851.25421/64 (.3281")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.
6631.521.24121/64 (.3281")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.
SH31.841.25321/64 (.3281")This "Schilke - Helleberg" model offers a rim contour that is different from our #66. This mouthpiece produces a sound that is clear and dark.
6732.411.27621/64 (.3281")Similar to the "SH" model, but slightly larger. The contour is also similar to the #66 but offers improved tonal response.
69C432.761.29M (.295")With a very comfortable wide rim and cup that is not too deep, the 69C4 offers an excellent characteristic sound and facilitates all registers of the instrument.

Concert Series Tuba Mouthpieces

Concert Series Tuba Mouthpieces were developed within our custom mouthpiece division. Based on original Schilke models, these models feature larger inside diameters which are preferred by the orchestral tubist. The Geib model has a different cup shape than the funnel shaped Helleberg models, providing a more brilliant sound when desired.

ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
SHII32.761.29O (.316")The "Schilke - Helleberg II" is made along the same lines as the 66,67, and standard Helleberg. It has the same Helleberg-style cup shape with the same inside diameter as the 69C4, a slightly tighter throat and standard backbore.
SHII-F32.761.29O (.316")The "Schilke - Helleberg II-F" has the same rim as the Helleberg SH-II but with a shallower bowl-shaped cup to accommodate the smaller F tuba. The throat is smaller than the SH. The backbore is slightly larger, similar to a Schmitt shape that opens up quicker under the throat to reduce resistance.
SHII-CLE33.271.31P (.323")Developed working with Yasuhito Sugiyama, Principal Tuba of the Cleveland Orchestra, the SHII-CLE features a design which is a modification of the classic SHII. A larger inner diameter, slightly deeper cup, larger throat, and subtly lighter weight combine to offer a vibrant & colorful tone with quick response.
SHII-CLE LYRIC32.921.296M (.295")**NEW** In collaboration with Yasuhito Sugiyama, Principal Tuba of the Cleveland Orchestra, and built upon the success of the SHII-CLE, the all new SHII-CLE LYRIC offers an excellent option for F Tuba. In comparison to the standard SHII-CLE, the LYRIC features a slightly smaller throat and inside cup diameter with a shallower cup to accommodate the F Tuba. The result is an incredibly efficient and comfortable mouthpiece to bring your artistry alive!
GEIB32.761.295/16 (.3125")The Geib model has the same inside diameter as the Helleberg SH-II with a modified rim contour. The Geib cup is more bowl-shaped and slightly shallower than the SH-II. The entrance to the throat is tighter yet it shares the same throat size as the SH-II with a standard backbore.

Yasuhito Sugiyama

Yasuhito Sugiyama

We are proud to introduce the Concert Series SHII-CLE and SHII-CLE LYRIC tuba mouthpieces, designed in collaboration with Yasuhito Sugiyama, Principal Tuba of The Cleveland Orchestra.

Mr. Sugiyama began his tenure as principal tuba of The Cleveland Orchestra in January 2006. Prior to joining the Orchestra, he was a member of the Vienna State Opera Orchestra (Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra) from 2003 to 2005. A native of Hyogo, Japan, Mr. Sugiyama is a graduate of Soai University in Osaka, where he studied with Shuzo Karakawa of the Osaka Philharmonic. He also studied with Rex Martin at Northwestern University and with Robert Tucci of the Bavarian State Opera and the Munich Philharmonic.

ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
SHII-CLE33.271.31P (.323")Developed working with Yasuhito Sugiyama, Principal Tuba of the Cleveland Orchestra, the SHII-CLE features a design which is a modification of the classic SHII. A larger inner diameter, slightly deeper cup, larger throat, and subtly lighter weight combine to offer a vibrant & colorful tone with quick response.
SHII-CLE LYRIC32.921.296M (.295")**NEW** In collaboration with Yasuhito Sugiyama, Principal Tuba of the Cleveland Orchestra, and built upon the success of the SHII-CLE, the all new SHII-CLE LYRIC offers an excellent option for F Tuba. In comparison to the standard SHII-CLE, the LYRIC features a slightly smaller throat and inside cup diameter with a shallower cup to accommodate the F Tuba. The result is an incredibly efficient and comfortable mouthpiece to bring your artistry alive!