Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 vs Bruno Tilz 306-9 GT

The Bruno Tilz 306-9 GT has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 306-9 GT features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 306-9 GT has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 305-D 5
    • Trombone
    Catalog
    Cup diameter26.00 mm / 1.0236 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter6.30 mm / 0.2480 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bruno Tilz 306-9 GT
      • Trombone
      Catalog
      Cup diameter29.00 mm / 1.1417 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter7.30 mm / 0.2874 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 Bruno Tilz 306-9 GT has a cup diameter of 29.00 mm / 1.1417 in compared to 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in on the Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 — a difference of 3.00 mm / 0.1181 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 306-9 GT has a deep cup while the Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 306-9 GT has a wider throat (7.30 mm / 0.2874 in vs 6.30 mm / 0.2480 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Which is better?

      Both mouthpieces are categorized as "Catalog" — the physical dimensions above will determine which suits your embouchure and playing style better.

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