Which has a bigger cup — Bruno Tilz 215-3 D or Yamaha SL-YEO-S?

The Yamaha SL-YEO-S has a cup diameter of 28.72 mm / 1.1307 in compared to 28.50 mm / 1.1220 in on the Bruno Tilz 215-3 D — a difference of 0.22 mm / 0.0087 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bruno Tilz 215-3 D and Yamaha SL-YEO-S?

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

Bruno Tilz 215-3 D vs Yamaha SL-YEO-S

Name: Yamaha SL-YEO-S
Brand: Yamaha

The Yamaha SL-YEO-S has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha SL-YEO-S has a larger throat opening.

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

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Bruno Tilz 215-3 D

• Trombone

Catalog

Backbore—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha SL-YEO-S

• Trombone

BackboreSemi-wide

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣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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Bruno Tilz 215-3 D vs Yamaha SL-YEO-S

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