Bruno Tilz 302-29 vs Yamaha HR-33C4

The Yamaha HR-33C4 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 302-29 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 302-29
    • French Horn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter17.50 mm / 0.6890 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.00 mm / 0.1575 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha HR-33C4
      • French Horn
      Cup diameter17.68 mm / 0.6961 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.98 mm / 0.1567 in
      BackboreStandard
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Yamaha HR-33C4 has a cup diameter of 17.68 mm / 0.6961 in compared to 17.50 mm / 0.6890 in on the Bruno Tilz 302-29 — a difference of 0.18 mm / 0.0071 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 302-29 has a wider throat (4.00 mm / 0.1575 in vs 3.98 mm / 0.1567 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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