Bach 25 vs Bach 30E
The Bach 25 has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 25 features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 25
• Tuba
Cup diameter30.60 mm / 1.2047 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter8.33 mm / 0.3280 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Bach 30E
• Tuba
Cup diameter30.00 mm / 1.1811 in
Cup depthShallow
Rim width—
Throat diameter8.33 mm / 0.3280 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
The Bach 25 has a cup diameter of 30.60 mm / 1.2047 in compared to 30.00 mm / 1.1811 in on the Bach 30E — a difference of 0.60 mm / 0.0236 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Bach 25 has a medium cup while the Bach 30E has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
Throat diameters are essentially identical at 8.33 mm / 0.3280 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.
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.