Bruno Tilz 231-C 4 vs Marcinkiewicz CH ETU1
The Marcinkiewicz CH ETU1 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 231-C 4 features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 231-C 4 has a larger throat opening.
The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.
Mouthpiece A
Bruno Tilz 231-C 4
• Tuba
CatalogThroat diameter8.20 mm / 0.3228 in
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Marcinkiewicz CH ETU1
• Tuba
Throat diameter8.03 mm / 0.3161 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Throat Diameter
The Bruno Tilz 231-C 4 has a wider throat (8.20 mm / 0.3228 in vs 8.03 mm / 0.3161 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.