Bach 4 vs Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS
the Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 4
• Trombone
Cup diameter26.00 mm / 1.0236 in
Cup depthMedium
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 306-5 GS
• Trombone
CatalogCup diameter26.00 mm / 1.0236 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter6.80 mm / 0.2677 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS has a wider throat (6.80 mm / 0.2677 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.