CHI Brass Floyd Cooley 1 Heavyweight Tuba Mouthpiece

The Floyd Cooley Sound Concept with Added Stability

The CHI Brass Floyd Cooley 1 Heavyweight Tuba Mouthpiece builds upon the success of the original Floyd Cooley 1 by adding additional mass for greater stability, projection, and tonal density. Based on the design of legendary tubist Floyd Cooley, this mouthpiece delivers the broad, resonant sound demanded by professional performers while providing exceptional consistency across all registers.

The heavyweight design enhances slotting security and tonal focus, making it particularly effective in large ensemble settings where projection and clarity are critical.

Sound Characteristics

• Powerful orchestral presence

• Enhanced projection

• Stable pitch center

• Rich tonal core

• Strong low register response

• Broad dynamic range

• Consistent articulation

Recommended For

Ideal Applications

• Symphony Orchestra

• Large Wind Ensemble

• Brass Band

• Professional Recording

• Solo Performance

• Chamber Music

• Brass Quintet

Ideal Instruments

• F Tuba

• EEb Tuba

• Those desiring a smaller Helleberg on CC Tuba or BBb Tuba

Specifications

• OAL: 3.85″

• Max OD: 1.86″    47.4 mm

• ID at 0.060″ into the cup: 1.25″    31.8mm

• Throat: 0.315″     8.0 mm

• Shank: Standard 0.530″, A 0.525″ or E 0.540”

• A $25 cleaning, polishing and restocking fee applies on any returned mouthpiece

• If Gold Plate desired please email us for current market pricing

• Gold, Special Order or marked or damaged Mouthpieces are not returnable

Why Choose CHI Brass?

Every CHI Brass mouthpiece is manufactured to exacting standards in the U.S. with a focus on consistency, response, comfort, and tonal beauty. Developed in collaboration with leading performers and educators, CHI Brass mouthpieces are trusted by musicians around the world for their precision, reliability, and exceptional musical results.

Artist Designed. Performance Proven.

For players seeking maximum stability without sacrificing tonal beauty, the Floyd Cooley 1 Heavyweight provides a compelling combination of power, clarity, and musical flexibility.