Bruno Tilz 215-3 C vs Denis Wick 5ABL
The Bruno Tilz 215-3 C has a wider cup diameter.
Mouthpiece A
Bruno Tilz 215-3 C
• Trombone
CatalogCup diameter26.00 mm / 1.0236 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter7.00 mm / 0.2756 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick 5ABL
• Trombone
Cup diameter25.73 mm / 1.0130 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width6.64 mm / 0.2614 in
Throat diameter7.00 mm / 0.2756 in
Backboremedium
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
The Bruno Tilz 215-3 C has a cup diameter of 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in compared to 25.73 mm / 1.0130 in on the Denis Wick 5ABL — a difference of 0.27 mm / 0.0106 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
Throat diameters are essentially identical at 7.00 mm / 0.2756 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.
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.