Bruno Tilz 310-M 18 vs Schilke S-H

The Schilke S-H has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 310-M 18 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 310-M 18
    • Tuba
    Catalog
    Cup diameter31.50 mm / 1.2402 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter7.80 mm / 0.3071 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Schilke S-H
      • Tuba
      Cup diameter31.84 mm / 1.2535 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter7.49 mm / 0.2949 in
      BackboreM.295"
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Schilke S-H has a cup diameter of 31.84 mm / 1.2535 in compared to 31.50 mm / 1.2402 in on the Bruno Tilz 310-M 18 — a difference of 0.34 mm / 0.0134 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 310-M 18 has a wider throat (7.80 mm / 0.3071 in vs 7.49 mm / 0.2949 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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