Which has a bigger cup — Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 or Schilke 50?

The Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 has a cup diameter of 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in compared to 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in on the Schilke 50 — a difference of 0.60 mm / 0.0236 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 Schilke 50?

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

Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 vs Schilke 50

Name: Schilke 50
Brand: Schilke

The Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 50 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Bruno Tilz 214-D 5

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Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 50

• Trombone

Finish—

Best suited for

📣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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