Which has a bigger cup — Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 or Bruno Tilz 306-5 G?

The Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 has a cup diameter of 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in compared to 25.50 mm / 1.0039 in on the Bruno Tilz 306-5 G — a difference of 0.50 mm / 0.0197 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 and Bruno Tilz 306-5 G?

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

Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 vs Bruno Tilz 306-5 G

Name: Bruno Tilz 306-5 G
Brand: Bruno Tilz

The Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 306-5 G 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 214-D 5

• Trombone

Catalog

Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Bruno Tilz 306-5 G

• Trombone

Catalog

Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Which is better?

Both mouthpieces are categorized as "Catalog" — the physical dimensions above will determine which suits your embouchure and playing style better.

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Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 vs Bruno Tilz 306-5 G

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