Bruno Tilz 210-S 11 E vs Denis Wick 4F
The Bruno Tilz 210-S 11 E has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4F has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Bruno Tilz 210-S 11 E
• Flugelhorn
CatalogCup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
Cup depth
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
Denis Wick 4F
• Flugelhorn
Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width5.17 mm / 0.2035 in
Throat diameter4.58 mm / 0.1803 in
Backboreopen
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
The Bruno Tilz 210-S 11 E has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in on the Denis Wick 4F — a difference of 0.50 mm / 0.0197 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 4F has a wider throat (4.58 mm / 0.1803 in vs 3.80 mm / 0.1496 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.