Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 vs Schilke 40B
The Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 has a cup diameter of 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in compared to 22.51 mm / 0.8862 in on the Schilke 40B — a difference of 3.49 mm / 0.1374 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 has a medium cup while the Schilke 40B has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 has a wider throat (6.30 mm / 0.2480 in vs 5.95 mm / 0.2343 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.