Bruno Tilz 200-6 B vs Yamaha TR-14B4

The Yamaha TR-14B4 has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha TR-14B4 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 200-6 B
    • Trumpet
    Catalog
    Cup diameter16.80 mm / 0.6614 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.60 mm / 0.1417 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha TR-14B4
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.85 mm / 0.6634 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.65 mm / 0.1437 in
      BackboreSemi-narrow
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Yamaha TR-14B4 has a cup diameter of 16.85 mm / 0.6634 in compared to 16.80 mm / 0.6614 in on the Bruno Tilz 200-6 B — a difference of 0.05 mm / 0.0020 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      Both mouthpieces share a shallow cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

      Throat Diameter

      The Yamaha TR-14B4 has a wider throat (3.65 mm / 0.1437 in vs 3.60 mm / 0.1417 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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