Laskey 31PF Olka Signature Tuba Mouthpiece - American Shank, Silver Plate

Laskey 31PF Olka Signature Tuba Mouthpiece Overview

The Laskey 31PF Olka Signature Tuba Mouthpiece is part of Laskey's Signature Series tuba mouthpiece lineup, a series developed in collaboration with leading tuba artists for performers with specific tonal and response goals. The 31PF model gives tuba players a focused, artist-designed mouthpiece option in an American shank configuration with a silver-plated finish.

Renowned tubist and educator, Chris Olka, has long searched for a mouthpiece that blends tonal richness with comfort, power and control. The result is the Laskey Olka 31PF Signature Tuba Mouthpiece, a model designed to handle the full range of contrabass playing with ease, from delicate chamber works to the most demanding orchestral passages. Whether you’re anchoring the low end of a brass section or stepping out for a solo, this mouthpiece delivers a resonant, warm sound that projects clearly and consistently across all dynamics.

Built with a medium-wide, deep funnel cup and a rounded, comfortable rim, the Olka 31PF offers a secure feel and effortless response throughout the register. Its balanced design helps support flexibility and endurance, making it an ideal choice for players who need one mouthpiece that does it all. Chris and the team at Laskey spent countless hours refining this model to meet the real-world demands of professional tubists - those who value tone, response, and all-day playability in equal measure.

Laskey 31PF Olka Signature Tuba Mouthpiece Specifications

• Instrument Type: Tuba Mouthpiece
• Brand: Laskey
• Model: 31PF
• Series: Olka Signature
• Shank: American Shank
• Finish: Silver plate
• Rim ID: 1.31"
• Rim OD: 1.900"
• Throat ID: .323"
• Backbore ID: .466"
• Length: 3.882"
• Cup Depth: Mdium-Wide, Mid-Deep Funnel
• Manufacturer SKU: ACC-LTU31PFAS

Condition

Brand new in original packaging.

Who the 31PF Olka Signature Tuba Mouthpiece Is For

The 31PF Olka Signature is for tuba players who want an artist-designed mouthpiece with the fit of an American shank receiver and the feel of a silver-plated surface. It is best suited to advancing, collegiate, and professional players who are refining response, articulation, and tonal concept through careful mouthpiece selection.

Common Questions About the Laskey 31PF

What distinguishes the Olka Signature line from Laskey's Classic tuba mouthpieces?

The Olka Signature line belongs to Laskey's Signature Series, which is developed with input from leading tuba artists for performers seeking more specialized mouthpiece designs. This model is designed to handle the full range of contrabass playing with ease, from delicate chamber works to the most demanding orchestral passages. 

What should players confirm before choosing the American shank version?

American (US) Tuba Shank Measurements:
Top: 15.44mm/0.608"
Bottom: 13.31mm/0.524"
Taper Angle: 1.41 degrees

Why choose a silver-plated tuba mouthpiece?

Silver plating is a traditional brass mouthpiece finish valued by many players for its familiar feel, clean response, and standard professional appearance.

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