Bruno Tilz 211-A 2 vs Schilke 30C2

The Schilke 30C2 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 30C2 features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 211-A 2 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 211-A 2
    • French Horn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
    Cup depthVery shallow
    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
      Schilke 30C2
      • French Horn
      Cup diameter17.03 mm / 0.6705 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.56 mm / 0.1402 in
      Backbore13
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Schilke 30C2 has a cup diameter of 17.03 mm / 0.6705 in compared to 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in on the Bruno Tilz 211-A 2 — a difference of 0.53 mm / 0.0209 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Schilke 30C2 has a medium cup while the Bruno Tilz 211-A 2 has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 211-A 2 has a wider throat (3.60 mm / 0.1417 in vs 3.56 mm / 0.1402 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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