Bruno Tilz 211-B 5 vs Bruno Tilz 211-D 2

The Bruno Tilz 211-B 5 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 211-B 5 features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 211-B 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 5
    • French Horn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter18.00 mm
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.20 mm
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bruno Tilz 211-D 2
      • French Horn
      Catalog
      Cup diameter16.50 mm
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.60 mm
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup

      Cup Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 211-B 5 has a cup diameter of 18.00 mm compared to 16.50 mm on the Bruno Tilz 211-D 2 — a difference of +1.50 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 211-B 5 has a medium cup while the Bruno Tilz 211-D 2 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-B 5 has a wider throat (4.20 mm vs 3.60 mm). 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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