Bruno Tilz 230-A 1 vs Yamaha BB-BOBO-SOLO-GP

The Yamaha BB-BOBO-SOLO-GP has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha BB-BOBO-SOLO-GP features a deeper cup, the Yamaha BB-BOBO-SOLO-GP has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 230-A 1
    • Tuba
    Catalog
    Cup diameter29.00 mm / 1.1417 in
    Cup depthVery shallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter6.10 mm / 0.2402 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha BB-BOBO-SOLO-GP
      • Tuba
      Cup diameter32.20 mm / 1.2677 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter7.50 mm / 0.2953 in
      BackboreStandard
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Yamaha BB-BOBO-SOLO-GP has a cup diameter of 32.20 mm / 1.2677 in compared to 29.00 mm / 1.1417 in on the Bruno Tilz 230-A 1 — a difference of 3.20 mm / 0.1260 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Yamaha BB-BOBO-SOLO-GP has a shallow cup while the Bruno Tilz 230-A 1 has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Yamaha BB-BOBO-SOLO-GP has a wider throat (7.50 mm / 0.2953 in vs 6.10 mm / 0.2402 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.

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