Bruno Tilz 306-3 B vs Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS

The Bruno Tilz 306-3 B has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 306-3 B features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 306-3 B has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 306-3 B
    • Trombone
    Catalog
    Cup diameter28.00 mm / 1.1024 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter7.40 mm / 0.2913 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
      Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS
      • Trombone
      Catalog
      Cup diameter26.00 mm / 1.0236 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter6.80 mm / 0.2677 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 306-3 B has a cup diameter of 28.00 mm / 1.1024 in compared to 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in on the Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS — a difference of 2.00 mm / 0.0787 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 306-3 B has a deep cup while the Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS 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 306-3 B has a wider throat (7.40 mm / 0.2913 in vs 6.80 mm / 0.2677 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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