Bruno Tilz 310-M 1 vs Denis Wick 2.5CC
The Bruno Tilz 310-M 1 has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 2.5CC has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Bruno Tilz 310-M 1
• Tuba
CatalogCup diameter33.00 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
vs
Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick 2.5CC
• Tuba
Cup diameter32.00 mm
Cup depthDeep
Rim width7.20 mm
Throat diameter8.60 mm
BackboreV-type
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 1 has a cup diameter of 33.00 mm compared to 32.00 mm on the Denis Wick 2.5CC — a difference of +1.00 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 2.5CC has a wider throat (8.60 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.