Bruno Tilz 211-B 11 vs Bruno Tilz 211-C 5

the Bruno Tilz 211-C 5 features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 211-C 5 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 211-B 11
    • French Horn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter18.00 mm / 0.7087 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.10 mm / 0.1614 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bruno Tilz 211-C 5
      • French Horn
      Catalog
      Cup diameter18.00 mm / 0.7087 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.20 mm / 0.1654 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 18.00 mm / 0.7087 in.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 211-C 5 has a medium cup while the Bruno Tilz 211-B 11 has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 211-C 5 has a wider throat (4.20 mm / 0.1654 in vs 4.10 mm / 0.1614 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Which is better?

      Both mouthpieces are categorized as "Catalog" — the physical dimensions above will determine which suits your embouchure and playing style better.

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