Bach 1¼G vs Bruno Tilz 215-3 D

The Bruno Tilz 215-3 D has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 1¼G features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 215-3 D has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 1¼G
    • Trombone
    Cup diameter27.50 mm / 1.0827 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter7.01 mm / 0.2760 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bruno Tilz 215-3 D
      • Trombone
      Catalog
      Cup diameter28.50 mm / 1.1220 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter7.60 mm / 0.2992 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 215-3 D has a cup diameter of 28.50 mm / 1.1220 in compared to 27.50 mm / 1.0827 in on the Bach 1¼G — a difference of 1.00 mm / 0.0394 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bach 1¼G has a very deep cup while the Bruno Tilz 215-3 D has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 215-3 D has a wider throat (7.60 mm / 0.2992 in vs 7.01 mm / 0.2760 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      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.

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