Which has a bigger cup — Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 or Yamaha HR-30D4?

The Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 has a cup diameter of 18.50 mm / 0.7283 in compared to 17.08 mm / 0.6724 in on the Yamaha HR-30D4 — a difference of 1.42 mm / 0.0559 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 and Yamaha HR-30D4?

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

Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Yamaha HR-30D4

Name: Yamaha HR-30D4
Brand: Yamaha

The Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha HR-30D4 has a larger throat opening.

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Mouthpiece A

Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6

• French Horn

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Material—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha HR-30D4

• French Horn

Material—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Yamaha HR-30D4

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