CHI Brass Sérgio Carolino Signature Medium Weight CC tuba mouthpiece

Depth, Resonance & Flexibility

The CHI Brass Sergio Carolino Signature CC1 Mediumweight combines the extraordinary depth and tonal color of Sergio Carolino's CC1 design with a more responsive, flexible shell than the Heavyweight version.

Developed in collaboration with internationally renowned tubist Sergio Carolino, the CC1 features an extra-deep Geib-style cup paired with the CHI Brass Jacobs 2 rim. The result is a mouthpiece capable of producing an exceptionally broad, resonant sound while maintaining clarity, flexibility, and a remarkably colorful tonal palette.

The Mediumweight shell provides an ideal balance between stability and responsiveness. Compared with the Heavyweight CC1, it allows the instrument to respond more freely and provides greater immediacy and tonal flexibility while retaining substantial core and projection.

Like all CHI Brass Signature mouthpieces, the CC1 Mediumweight undergoes our special resonance-enhancing treatment, designed to increase tonal color, resonance, and responsiveness.

Sound Characteristics

• Deep, resonant tonal character
• Broad, powerful low register
• Excellent tonal color and complexity
• Strong core without excessive resistance
• More responsive than the Heavyweight CC1
• Excellent flexibility throughout the registers
• Clear articulation
• Outstanding projection

Recommended For

The CC1 Mediumweight is an excellent choice for players who want the depth and breadth of a large Geib-style mouthpiece but prefer a more responsive feel than a traditional heavyweight design.

Ideal Applications

• Symphony Orchestra
• Wind Ensemble
• Brass Ensemble
• Large Chamber Ensembles
• Solo and Recital Performance
• Players seeking a versatile large CC tuba mouthpiece

Ideal Instruments

• 5/4 and 6/4 CC Tubas
• Large 4/4 CC Tubas
• Instruments that benefit from additional depth, resonance, and tonal color

Design

• Sergio Carolino Signature CC design
• Extra-deep Geib-style cup
• CHI Brass Jacobs 2 rim
• Mediumweight shell
• Resonance-enhancing treatment