Name: Bruno Tilz 231-B 2
Brand: Bruno Tilz

Question 1

What is the difference between Bach 18 and Bruno Tilz 231-B 2?

Accepted Answer

The Bach 18 has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 18 features a deeper cup, the Bach 18 has a larger throat opening.

Question 2

Which has a bigger cup — Bach 18 or Bruno Tilz 231-B 2?

Accepted Answer

The Bach 18 has a cup diameter of 32.10 mm / 1.2638 in compared to 32.00 mm / 1.2598 in on the Bruno Tilz 231-B 2 — a difference of 0.10 mm / 0.0039 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

Question 3

How does cup depth compare between Bach 18 and Bruno Tilz 231-B 2?

Accepted Answer

The Bach 18 has a medium cup while the Bruno Tilz 231-B 2 has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Question 4

Which is better, Bach 18 or Bruno Tilz 231-B 2?

Accepted Answer

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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