Bruno Tilz 300-2 CSE vs Schilke 13A4a

The Bruno Tilz 300-2 CSE has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 13A4a has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 300-2 CSE
    • Trumpet
    Catalog
    Cup diameter17.50 mm / 0.6890 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.50 mm / 0.1378 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Schilke 13A4a
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.76 mm / 0.6598 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore27
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 300-2 CSE has a cup diameter of 17.50 mm / 0.6890 in compared to 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in on the Schilke 13A4a — a difference of 0.74 mm / 0.0291 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Schilke 13A4a has a wider throat (3.66 mm / 0.1441 in vs 3.50 mm / 0.1378 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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