Bach 32E vs Bruno Tilz 310-M 28

The Bruno Tilz 310-M 28 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 310-M 28 features a deeper cup, the Bach 32E has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 32E
    • Tuba
    Cup diameter29.50 mm
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter8.33 mm
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bruno Tilz 310-M 28
      • Tuba
      Catalog
      Cup diameter33.50 mm
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter8.30 mm
      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 310-M 28 has a cup diameter of 33.50 mm compared to 29.50 mm on the Bach 32E — a difference of +4.00 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 310-M 28 has a deep cup while the Bach 32E has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bach 32E has a wider throat (8.33 mm vs 8.30 mm). 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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