Bach 18 vs Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6

The Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 features a deeper cup, the Bach 18 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 18
    • French Horn
    Cup diameter16.15 mm / 0.6358 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.50 mm / 0.1772 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6
      • French Horn
      Catalog
      Cup diameter18.50 mm / 0.7283 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.30 mm / 0.1693 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 211-TS 6 has a cup diameter of 18.50 mm / 0.7283 in compared to 16.15 mm / 0.6358 in on the Bach 18 — a difference of 2.35 mm / 0.0925 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 has a deep cup while the Bach 18 has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bach 18 has a wider throat (4.50 mm / 0.1772 in vs 4.30 mm / 0.1693 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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