Which has a bigger cup — Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 or Schilke 30?

The Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 has a cup diameter of 19.00 mm / 0.7480 in compared to 17.03 mm / 0.6705 in on the Schilke 30 — a difference of 1.97 mm / 0.0776 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 and Schilke 30?

Both mouthpieces share a deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 vs Schilke 30

Name: Schilke 30
Brand: Schilke

The Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Bruno Tilz 211-T 7

• French Horn

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Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 30

• French Horn

Rim width—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

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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