It was time to break one or two conventions! Almost always a large rim has meant a deep or very deep cup depth, and a small rim has implied the need for a very shallow depth. We redesigned the internal shape and depth of the existing models, in a combination of rim size and cup depth that has not been experimented with before in the world of euphonium and baritone mouthpieces. Was there a way to harness even more response, without sacrificing what we already love about the existing mouthpiece? Due to the skill and expertise of the people at the Denis Wick factory we were able to transfer these ideas into a precise design, thereby transforming the current design into something that I now regard as even more special. When I combined these two thoughts I began to imagine small but significant modifications to the existing range and so we set about experimenting not with the outer shape and comfortable rim edge, but with the interior. I thought long and hard about these challenges and also listened to some comments from people who currently enjoying the current Ultra range, who would tell me that they love the sound, tone and the response but sometimes they get a little bit tired, perhaps earlier than they would wish! The demands of new music that I’m working on continue to grow, and the challenge of touring and playing virtually non-stop can also take its toll on the lips.
Dennis brain mouthpiece professional#
The combination of positive response, rich tone, extended range and the comfortable rim has made it one of the most popular mouthpieces around.ĭoes that mean that I as a professional soloist sit back and stop looking to improve? Well anyone that knows me knows that this is impossible! What more could I want from a mouthpiece?
Dennis brain mouthpiece series#
Since we launched the Ultra series of mouthpieces for euphonium and baritone, I’m really thrilled to see that these mouthpieces have gone on to become much loved and established amongst leading players as well as amateur musicians.
In addition anyone who currently plays a mouthpiece with the 4 rim should find the step up to the SM3X beneficial and very easy to manage. I recommend this mouthpiece for anyone who currently plays the current Ultra SM3U and looking for more support and power especially in the upper register. The rim has been altered to have a slightly sharper inner edge which increases articulation response and accuracy.Īvailable in Silver and Gold. The cup has been rounded to a more defined bowl shape which adds more brilliance to the tone and provides better upper register response. The Steven Mead Ultra X series is for players looking for a sound that has more brilliance than the standard Ultra Series or classic Steven Mead Series.
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