Bruno Tilz 200-0 1/2 C vs Schilke 18Heavyweight

The Schilke 18Heavyweight has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 200-0 1/2 C has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 200-0 1/2 C
    • Trumpet
    Catalog
    Cup diameter17.50 mm / 0.6890 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.80 mm / 0.1496 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Schilke 18Heavyweight
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter17.52 mm / 0.6898 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.65 mm / 0.1437 in
      Backbore26
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Schilke 18Heavyweight has a cup diameter of 17.52 mm / 0.6898 in compared to 17.50 mm / 0.6890 in on the Bruno Tilz 200-0 1/2 C — a difference of 0.02 mm / 0.0008 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 Bruno Tilz 200-0 1/2 C has a wider throat (3.80 mm / 0.1496 in vs 3.65 mm / 0.1437 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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