Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 vs Marcinkiewicz ET7D. Steinmeyer
The Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz ET7D. Steinmeyer features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 has a cup diameter of 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in compared to 24.92 mm / 0.9811 in on the Marcinkiewicz ET7D. Steinmeyer — a difference of 1.08 mm / 0.0425 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Marcinkiewicz ET7D. Steinmeyer has a very deep cup while the Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 has a wider throat (6.30 mm / 0.2480 in vs 5.79 mm / 0.2280 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.