{"product_id":"mercer-and-barker-mb3-tuba-mouthpiece-gold-plated","title":"Mercer and Barker MB3 Tuba Mouthpiece Gold Plated","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eUp for purchase is a used Mercer \u0026amp; Barker MB3 Tuba Mouthpiece in rich gold plate. Mercer \u0026amp; Barker mouthpieces are celebrated worldwide by brass banders, orchestral players, and tubists for their precision British engineering, incredible rim comfort, and rich tonal presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis mouthpiece is in good pre-owned condition. It shows normal signs of everyday use, including standard insertion marks on the shank and faint finish wear on the gold plating along the shank from normal horn placement. The playing area, rim contour, and cup remain smooth, clean, and fully playable. It has been thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and carefully prepared for its next owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003eBrand: Mercer \u0026amp; Barker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eModel: MB3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eInstrument: Tuba (Standard \/ Large Shank)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003eCup Diameter: 31.55 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003eThroat Diameter: 9.00 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003eRim Width: 8.00 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003eFinish: Gold Plated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\"\u003eComparable Sizing: Similar inner rim sizing to a Bach 24AW, Denis Wick 3 \/ 3L \/ 3XL, or Rath R3 profile, but with enhanced mass for a more centered core sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWHY THE MB3 IS AN EXCELLENT \u0026amp; POPULAR CHOICE\u003c\/b\u003e The MB3 is widely considered Mercer \u0026amp; Barker's most versatile tuba mouthpiece. It sits comfortably on both EEb and BBb tubas, making it the ultimate choice for tubists who double between instruments or need a flexible, reliable everyday driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eAll-Around Versatility: Plays exceptionally well across both high and low horns without sacrificing tonal focus or clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003eSignature Comfort Rim: Specially contoured rim profile designed to prevent embouchure fatigue and increase endurance during long rehearsals or heavy gig schedules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eLarge Throat \u0026amp; Medium-Heavy Build: The generous 9.00 mm throat combined with added mass gives the player a broad, warm, and room-filling sound with rock-solid stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCONDITION SUMMARY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eOverall: Good Pre-Owned Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eRim \u0026amp; Cup: Smooth playing area with no dings or defects affecting playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eShank: Round and straight; shows normal insertion marks and faint wear to the gold plating from standard use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eFinish: Gold plating remains bright with light surface handling and polish marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eShips securely packed to ensure it arrives ready to play!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Professor Mouthpiece","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41137290739761,"sku":"MB3G-7-24-26","price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/6843\/2433\/files\/B9928EB0-ED17-4F2E-A101-E7D0D97F1361.jpg?v=1784957770","url":"https:\/\/profmouthpiece.com\/products\/mercer-and-barker-mb3-tuba-mouthpiece-gold-plated","provider":"Professor Mouthpiece","version":"1.0","type":"link"}