Bruno Tilz 210-S 4 E vs GR Technologies 66.5FL Almeida

The GR Technologies 66.5FL Almeida has a wider cup diameter, the GR Technologies 66.5FL Almeida features a deeper cup.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 210-S 4 E
    • Flugelhorn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.50 mm / 0.1378 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      GR Technologies 66.5FL Almeida
      • Flugelhorn
      Cup diameter16.89 mm / 0.6650 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The GR Technologies 66.5FL Almeida has a cup diameter of 16.89 mm / 0.6650 in compared to 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in on the Bruno Tilz 210-S 4 E — a difference of 0.39 mm / 0.0154 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The GR Technologies 66.5FL Almeida has a medium cup while the Bruno Tilz 210-S 4 E has a 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.

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