{"product_id":"laskey-28g-classic-tuba-mouthpiece-american-shank-gold-plate","title":"Laskey 28G Classic Tuba Mouthpiece - American Shank, Gold Plate","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaskey Classic 28G Tuba Mouthpiece Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the instrument, Laskey Tuba Mouthpieces are a towering presence in low brass playing. With a thicker sound and more complex geometry, every aspect of a Laskey Tuba Mouthpiece, from the iconic rim to the exterior shape and cup, has been carefully designed to provide the clear articulation, precise slotting, and crisp response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter testing numerous tuba makes and models, two shank sizes were developed to meet the needs of a wide variety of mouthpiece receivers: American (US) shanks fit most American made and styled instruments, while European (EU) shanks fit many European made and styled instruments, with the exception being most 6\/4 CC tubas, which require the EU shank. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaskey 28G Tuba Mouthpiece Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Laskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Classic 28G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: G Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShank: American\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Silver plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRim ID: 1.28\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRim OD: 1.877\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThroat ID: .316\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackbore ID: .467\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 3.882\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCup Depth: Mid-Deep Bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer SKU: ACC-LTU28GAG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new in original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 28G Classic Tuba Mouthpiece Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 28G Classic is for tuba players comparing mouthpieces by response, comfort, articulation, and how the mouthpiece pairs with an American-shank receiver. Its gold-plated finish is especially appealing to players who prefer a smoother feel at the rim, while the Classic Series identity makes it a practical option for serious students, ensemble players, and professionals refining their tuba setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Laskey 28G\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should players confirm before choosing the American shank version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican (US) Tuba Shank Measurements:\u003cbr\u003eTop: 15.44mm\/0.608\"\u003cbr\u003eBottom: 13.31mm\/0.524\"\u003cbr\u003eTaper Angle: 1.41 degrees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose a gold-plated tuba mouthpiece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold plate is often chosen for its smooth feel against the embouchure. Many brass players prefer it for comfort while retaining the familiar response of a standard metal mouthpiece design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich tubas pair well with the Laskey G Series mouthpieces?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Geib-style G Series produces a more brilliant sound than the H Series and works incredibly well on rotary valve tubas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/LaskeyLogo\/LaskeyLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/LaskeyLogo\/LaskeyLogo1.jpg\" alt=\"Laskey Logo\" align=\"Middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Laskey dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Music Company","offers":[{"title":"28G \/ American (US) \/ Gold","offer_id":53590293250413,"sku":"LTU28GAG","price":427.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Laskey-28G-Classic-Tuba-Mouthpiece-American-Shank-Gold-Plate.jpg?v=1785150840","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/laskey-28g-classic-tuba-mouthpiece-american-shank-gold-plate","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}