Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/M/X vs Bruno Tilz 200-S 6E
The Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/M/X has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 200-S 6E features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/M/X
• Trumpet
Cup diameter17.07 mm / 0.6720 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
BackboreX
Finish—
Material—
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Mouthpiece B
Bruno Tilz 200-S 6E
• Trumpet
CatalogCup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.50 mm / 0.1378 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
The Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/M/X has a cup diameter of 17.07 mm / 0.6720 in compared to 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in on the Bruno Tilz 200-S 6E — a difference of 0.57 mm / 0.0224 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Bruno Tilz 200-S 6E has a deep cup while the Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/M/X has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
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.