Bruno Tilz 301-2C vs Denis Wick 3BFL

The Denis Wick 3BFL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 3BFL features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 3BFL has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 301-2C
    • Flugelhorn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter16.50 mm
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.50 mm
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Denis Wick 3BFL
      • Flugelhorn
      Cup diameter16.75 mm
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width5.05 mm
      Throat diameter4.58 mm
      Backboreopen
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Denis Wick 3BFL has a cup diameter of 16.75 mm compared to 16.50 mm on the Bruno Tilz 301-2C — a difference of +0.25 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Denis Wick 3BFL has a deep cup while the Bruno Tilz 301-2C has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Denis Wick 3BFL has a wider throat (4.58 mm vs 3.50 mm). 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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