Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 vs Kelly 11

The Kelly 11 has a wider cup diameter, the Kelly 11 features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 211-T 5
    • French Horn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter18.00 mm / 0.7087 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.20 mm / 0.1654 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Kelly 11
      • French Horn
      General
      Cup diameter18.29 mm / 0.7201 in
      Cup depth
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      BackboreS
      Finish
      MaterialLexan polycarbonate
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📋Large-rim French horn

      Cup Diameter

      The Kelly 11 has a cup diameter of 18.29 mm / 0.7201 in compared to 18.00 mm / 0.7087 in on the Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 — a difference of 0.29 mm / 0.0114 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Kelly 11 has a — cup while the Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 has a wider throat (4.20 mm / 0.1654 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Material

      The Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 is described as unspecified, and the Kelly 11 as Lexan polycarbonate. Material affects mass, warmth, and how quickly the piece responds.

      Which is better?

      The Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 is designed for catalog playing, while the Kelly 11 targets general use. Your best choice depends on your musical context.

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