Bach 5C Flugel vs Bruno Tilz 210-F 22

The Bruno Tilz 210-F 22 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 210-F 22 features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 210-F 22 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 5C Flugel
    • Flugelhorn
    Cup diameter16.25 mm / 0.6398 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.99 mm / 0.1571 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 210-F 22
      • Flugelhorn
      Catalog
      Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.50 mm / 0.1772 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 210-F 22 has a cup diameter of 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in compared to 16.25 mm / 0.6398 in on the Bach 5C Flugel — a difference of 0.25 mm / 0.0098 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 210-F 22 has a deep cup while the Bach 5C Flugel has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 210-F 22 has a wider throat (4.50 mm / 0.1772 in vs 3.99 mm / 0.1571 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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