Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Kelly 31

The Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 has a wider cup diameter, the Kelly 31 features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6
    • French Horn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter18.50 mm / 0.7283 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.30 mm / 0.1693 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 31
      • French Horn
      General
      Cup diameter17.53 mm / 0.6902 in
      Cup depth
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.80 mm / 0.1496 in
      BackboreM
      Finish
      MaterialLexan polycarbonate
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
      📋French horn deep cup

      Cup Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 has a cup diameter of 18.50 mm / 0.7283 in compared to 17.53 mm / 0.6902 in on the Kelly 31 — a difference of 0.97 mm / 0.0382 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Kelly 31 has a — cup while the Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 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-TS 6 has a wider throat (4.30 mm / 0.1693 in vs 3.80 mm / 0.1496 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Material

      The Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 is described as unspecified, and the Kelly 31 as Lexan polycarbonate. Material affects mass, warmth, and how quickly the piece responds.

      Which is better?

      The Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 is designed for catalog playing, while the Kelly 31 targets general use. Your best choice depends on your musical context.

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