Bruno Tilz 306-2 B vs Schilke 57

The Schilke 57 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 306-2 B has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 306-2 B
    • Trombone
    Catalog
    Cup diameter26.00 mm / 1.0236 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter6.20 mm / 0.2441 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Schilke 57
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter26.52 mm / 1.0441 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter5.95 mm / 0.2343 in
      Backbore15/64.2344"
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Schilke 57 has a cup diameter of 26.52 mm / 1.0441 in compared to 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in on the Bruno Tilz 306-2 B — a difference of 0.52 mm / 0.0205 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 306-2 B has a wider throat (6.20 mm / 0.2441 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.

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