Hawk Tuba Mouthpiece

Giddings Mouthpieces

7018

Size Guide

Tuba

Tuba

Inner Rim Diameter

Throat

Cup Depth

Use

Bayamo

1.320

.332

Deep Funnel

Large ensemble, dark rich tone

Caver

1.320

.318

Medium Deep Cup

Large ensemble, clearer upper overtones

Taku

1.295

.325

Deep Funnel

Large ensemble, dark rich tone

Williwaw

1.280

.325

Deep Funnel tighter back bore than Taku

Large ensemble purer upper over tones

Diablo

1.295

.318

Medium Depth Funnel

A work horse that can do it all equally well similar to Helleberg 7 slightly larger inner rim

Matanuska

1.260

.318

Deep Funnel

Well rounded mouthpiece simmilar to Helleberg 7b slightly larger inner rim great for solos, and chamber ensemble

Bora

1.255

.318

Shallow Cup

Great for solos and quintet

Churada

1.255

.318

Very Shallow Cup

Great for extended high playing an solos

Alessandro Fossi Bass Tuba

1.268

.305

Medium Shallow Cup

Great for orchestral solo F tuba

Alessandro Fossi Contra Bass Tuba

1.290

.335

Medium Deep Funnel Cup

Awesome for orchestral CC tuba parts

Alan Baer MMVI and Original CC

1.295

.321

Medium Funnel

Great for orchestral playing and large ensembles

Alan Baer MMVI and Original F

1.295

.295

Shallow Cup

Great for orchestral and solo playing

Alan Baer Beltane F

1.295

.295

Shallow Cup wide mouth of throat

Great for quintet and chamber groups

Tephra

1.295

.295

Medium Cup Depth

Best for Chamber group and all a very versatile piece

Alan Baer MMX F

1.295

.295

Very shallow F Cup

Great for solo playing

John DiCesare CC

1.310

.321

Deep Funnel Cup

Great for orchestral work

Talladega

1.320

.332

Very Deep Funnel Cup

Great for projection and clarity

Roland Szentpali CC

1.320

.332

Very Deep Funnel Cup

Best in a large ensemble on bombastic low excerpts

Roland Szentpali F

1.295

.295

Medium Shallow Cup

Best in a large ensemble playing bombastic F tuba orchestral parts

Kronos

1.265

.316

Medium Deep Cup

Very Versatile Mouthpiece based on Helleberg 7B

Jon Sass

1.295

.318

Medium Deep Cup

Very Versatile mouthpiece great for all playing needs

Bostan Brass Sam Pilafian

1.295

.321

Medium Deep Cup

Great for Quintet, solos, and small ensembles

Hawk Tuba Mouthpiece – The Dancing Beast


Inspired by Volare Bass Tuba Designs | Premium Stainless Steel | Optimized for Larger horns

This powerhouse mouthpiece takes the legendary Volare series (the innovative Roger Bobo-inspired Japanese line known for rich, warm, and dynamic tone) and elevates it to the next level — specifically for players who command the biggest tubas on the market today. We started with the Volare foundation and added extra mass for deeper, more authoritative low-end core and symphonic weight. Then we refined the rim for superior comfort (smoother contour, reduced pressure, and fatigue-free hours of playing), plus subtle adjustments to the throat and backbore for improved airflow, quicker response, and enhanced projection without losing warmth. The result? A mouthpiece that makes your large 6/4 CC sound clear, refined, singing, and focused — with effortless slotting, massive volume that fills concert halls, and a velvety resonance that blooms beautifully in ensembles. Stainless steel construction delivers maximum energy transfer from your air, so every note hits with instant power, clarity, and endurance.

Why tubists love the Hawk:

  • Massive tonal depth & projection — Added weight gives you thatsinging presence for orchestral, wind ensemble, or brass band work
  • Super-comfortable rim — Ergonomic tweaks mean you can play long sessions without the usual rim bite or fatigue
  • Balanced response & flexibility — Throat/backbore refinements make highs secure, lows thunderous, and everything in between effortless
  • Perfect for big horns — Designed to tame and enhance large 6/4 CCs and oversized bass tubas — turns "too big" into "just right" with rich, musical tone
  • Durable & efficient — Stainless steel means allergy-friendly, no replating, and consistent performance gig after gig

Whether you're anchoring a symphony section, powering a brass choir, or exploring solo repertoire on a monster tuba, the Hawk gives you the tools to dominate the low end with comfort, power, and artistry. It's not just an upgrade — it's the evolution for players who play big and want to sound even bigger.

 


Collections: Tuba

Category: European, Standard Size, Std Shank, Tuba

Type: Tuba


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