Bach 12C vs Bruno Tilz 215-9 G

The Bruno Tilz 215-9 G has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 215-9 G features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 215-9 G has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 12C
    • Trombone
    Cup diameter24.50 mm / 0.9646 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter5.85 mm / 0.2303 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bruno Tilz 215-9 G
      • Trombone
      Catalog
      Cup diameter29.00 mm / 1.1417 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter7.20 mm / 0.2835 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 215-9 G has a cup diameter of 29.00 mm / 1.1417 in compared to 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in on the Bach 12C — a difference of 4.50 mm / 0.1772 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 215-9 G has a deep cup while the Bach 12C has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 215-9 G has a wider throat (7.20 mm / 0.2835 in vs 5.85 mm / 0.2303 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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