Denis Wick 3SL vs Monette Tuba 99 (Lightweight)
the Monette Tuba 99 (Lightweight) features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Denis Wick 3SL
• Tuba
Cup diameter31.25 mm / 1.2303 in
Cup depthShallow
Rim width8.11 mm / 0.3193 in
Throat diameter7.62 mm / 0.3000 in
Backboresmall
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Monette Tuba 99 (Lightweight)
• Tuba
Cup diameter—
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Cup Depth
The Monette Tuba 99 (Lightweight) has a medium cup while the Denis Wick 3SL has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Which is better?
Neither mouthpiece clearly dominates the other — the right choice depends on your embouchure, playing style, and the sound you're after. Try both if possible.