Bruno Tilz 231-T 2 vs Marcinkiewicz ST 3

The Marcinkiewicz ST 3 has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz ST 3 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 231-T 2
    • Tuba
    Catalog
    Cup diameter32.00 mm / 1.2598 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter7.20 mm / 0.2835 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz ST 3
      • Tuba
      Cup diameter32.44 mm / 1.2772 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter7.67 mm / 0.3020 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz ST 3 has a cup diameter of 32.44 mm / 1.2772 in compared to 32.00 mm / 1.2598 in on the Bruno Tilz 231-T 2 — a difference of 0.44 mm / 0.0173 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz ST 3 has a wider throat (7.67 mm / 0.3020 in vs 7.20 mm / 0.2835 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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