Bach Megatone 18 Tuba Mouthpiece Overview
The Bach K33518 18 Megatone Tuba Mouthpiece is a silver-plated tuba mouthpiece designed with increased mass and a slightly larger throat to support a darker, warmer sound with reduced resistance and added flexibility for jazz and symphonic playing.
Bach K33518 Tuba Mouthpiece Specifications
- Instrument: Tuba mouthpiece
- Series: Megatone
- Cup: 18 (medium deep)
- Rim diameter: 32.10 mm
- Rim shape: Medium wide
- Throat: Slightly larger (per Megatone design)
- Finish: Silver plate
Condition
Brand new
Who the K33518 Megatone Tuba Mouthpiece is For
The K33518 18 Megatone Tuba Mouthpiece is a medium-deep cup tuba mouthpiece designed to help players produce a darker, warmer sound with efficient projection. The Megatone design uses more than double the mass of standard mouthpieces, a feature many jazz and symphonic players choose for added core and a more centered tonal profile.
This model’s slightly larger throat is intended to provide less resistance and greater flexibility, supporting a more open feel and a warmer, more powerful sound while maintaining the familiar 18 cup format. It is a strong fit for advancing students, serious amateurs, and professionals who want the Megatone response and tonal emphasis without moving to an extreme cup depth.
Common Questions about the Bach K33518
What does “Megatone” mean on a Bach tuba mouthpiece?
Megatone refers to Bach’s heavier mouthpiece design, which uses more than double the mass of ordinary models to emphasize a darker sound and a more stable, centered response.
Is the Bach 18 Megatone more free-blowing than a standard mouthpiece?
Yes. The Megatone design includes a slightly larger throat, which typically reduces resistance and increases flexibility, contributing to a warmer, more powerful sound.
Is this mouthpiece suitable for professional jazz and symphonic use?
Yes. The Megatone sound concept is widely favored by jazz and symphonic players who want a darker tonal character and a strong core, and the 18 medium-deep cup is a common, practical choice for many professional setups.
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Bach K33518 'Megatone' 18 Tuba Mouthpiece in Silver Plate
Bach Megatone 18 Tuba Mouthpiece Overview
The Bach K33518 18 Megatone Tuba Mouthpiece is a silver-plated tuba mouthpiece designed with increased mass and a slightly larger throat to support a darker, warmer sound with reduced resistance and added flexibility for jazz and symphonic playing.
Bach K33518 Tuba Mouthpiece Specifications
- Instrument: Tuba mouthpiece
- Series: Megatone
- Cup: 18 (medium deep)
- Rim diameter: 32.10 mm
- Rim shape: Medium wide
- Throat: Slightly larger (per Megatone design)
- Finish: Silver plate
Condition
Brand new
Who the K33518 Megatone Tuba Mouthpiece is For
The K33518 18 Megatone Tuba Mouthpiece is a medium-deep cup tuba mouthpiece designed to help players produce a darker, warmer sound with efficient projection. The Megatone design uses more than double the mass of standard mouthpieces, a feature many jazz and symphonic players choose for added core and a more centered tonal profile.
This model’s slightly larger throat is intended to provide less resistance and greater flexibility, supporting a more open feel and a warmer, more powerful sound while maintaining the familiar 18 cup format. It is a strong fit for advancing students, serious amateurs, and professionals who want the Megatone response and tonal emphasis without moving to an extreme cup depth.
Common Questions about the Bach K33518
What does “Megatone” mean on a Bach tuba mouthpiece?
Megatone refers to Bach’s heavier mouthpiece design, which uses more than double the mass of ordinary models to emphasize a darker sound and a more stable, centered response.
Is the Bach 18 Megatone more free-blowing than a standard mouthpiece?
Yes. The Megatone design includes a slightly larger throat, which typically reduces resistance and increases flexibility, contributing to a warmer, more powerful sound.
Is this mouthpiece suitable for professional jazz and symphonic use?
Yes. The Megatone sound concept is widely favored by jazz and symphonic players who want a darker tonal character and a strong core, and the 18 medium-deep cup is a common, practical choice for many professional setups.
We are proud to be an authorized Bach dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Bach K33518 'Megatone' 18 Tuba Mouthpiece in Silver Plate
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.