Bruno Tilz 213- S 2 vs Schilke 51D

The Schilke 51D has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 51D has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 213- S 2
    • Baritone / Euphonium
    Catalog
    Cup diameter23.00 mm / 0.9055 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.60 mm / 0.1811 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Schilke 51D
      • Baritone / Euphonium
      Cup diameter25.55 mm / 1.0059 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter7.04 mm / 0.2772 in
      BackboreJ .277"
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Schilke 51D has a cup diameter of 25.55 mm / 1.0059 in compared to 23.00 mm / 0.9055 in on the Bruno Tilz 213- S 2 — a difference of 2.55 mm / 0.1004 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Schilke 51D has a wider throat (7.04 mm / 0.2772 in vs 4.60 mm / 0.1811 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      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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