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.

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