Bach 8 vs Bruno Tilz 213- D 2
The Bach 8 has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 8 has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 8
• Baritone / Euphonium
Cup diameter24.75 mm / 0.9744 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
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Mouthpiece B
Bruno Tilz 213- D 2
• Baritone / Euphonium
CatalogCup diameter23.00 mm / 0.9055 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter4.60 mm / 0.1811 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
The Bach 8 has a cup diameter of 24.75 mm / 0.9744 in compared to 23.00 mm / 0.9055 in on the Bruno Tilz 213- D 2 — a difference of 1.75 mm / 0.0689 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Bach 8 has a wider throat (5.85 mm / 0.2303 in vs 4.60 mm / 0.1811 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.