Bach 4C vs Bruno Tilz 213- S 1

The Bach 4C has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 213- S 1 features a deeper cup, the Bach 4C has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 4C
    • Baritone / Euphonium
    Cup diameter25.75 mm
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter5.85 mm
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bruno Tilz 213- S 1
      • Baritone / Euphonium
      Catalog
      Cup diameter22.00 mm
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.40 mm
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Bach 4C has a cup diameter of 25.75 mm compared to 22.00 mm on the Bruno Tilz 213- S 1 — a difference of +3.75 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 213- S 1 has a medium cup while the Bach 4C has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bach 4C has a wider throat (5.85 mm vs 4.40 mm). 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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