Bruno Tilz 200-3 U vs Schilke 13A4a
The Bruno Tilz 200-3 U has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 13A4a features a deeper cup, the Schilke 13A4a has a larger throat opening.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Bruno Tilz 200-3 U
• Trumpet
CatalogCup depthVery shallow
Best suited for
Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup
vs
Mouthpiece B
Schilke 13A4a
• Trumpet
Cup depthShallow
Cup Depth
The Schilke 13A4a has a shallow cup while the Bruno Tilz 200-3 U has a very shallow 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.