Bruno Tilz 301-3 C vs Denis Wick RW3FL

The Bruno Tilz 301-3 C has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick RW3FL features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick RW3FL has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 301-3 C
    • Flugelhorn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.80 mm / 0.1496 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
      Denis Wick RW3FL
      • Flugelhorn
      Cup diameter16.75 mm / 0.6594 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width6.05 mm / 0.2382 in
      Throat diameter4.58 mm / 0.1803 in
      Backboreopen
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 301-3 C has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.75 mm / 0.6594 in on the Denis Wick RW3FL — a difference of 0.25 mm / 0.0098 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Denis Wick RW3FL has a very deep cup while the Bruno Tilz 301-3 C has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Denis Wick RW3FL has a wider throat (4.58 mm / 0.1803 in vs 3.80 mm / 0.1496 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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