Bruno Tilz vs Giardinelli French Horn Mouthpieces
Bruno Tilz offers 59 french horn mouthpieces (made in Germany), while Giardinelli has 12 models (made in United States). On average, Bruno Tilz cups measure 17.72mm versus 17.58mm for Giardinelli. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bruno Tilz
Models59
Avg cup17.72mm
Avg throat4.08mm
Common styleCatalog
CountryGermany
vs
Giardinelli
Models12
Avg cup17.58mm
Avg throat4.90mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Bruno Tilz vs Giardinelli — head-to-head comparisons
- Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 vs Giardinelli C10
- Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 vs Giardinelli F16
- Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 vs Giardinelli J4
- Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 vs Giardinelli S14
- Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Giardinelli C10
- Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Giardinelli F16
- Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Giardinelli J4
- Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Giardinelli S14
- Bruno Tilz 211-D 7 vs Giardinelli C10
- Bruno Tilz 211-D 7 vs Giardinelli F16
- Bruno Tilz 211-D 7 vs Giardinelli J4
- Bruno Tilz 211-D 7 vs Giardinelli S14
All models
Bruno Tilz (59)
211-T 7
19.00mm · Deep · Catalog
211-TS 6
18.50mm · Deep · Catalog
211-D 7
19.00mm · Shallow · Catalog
211-T 6
18.50mm · Deep · Catalog
211-T 3
17.00mm · Deep · Catalog
211-58
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-B 3
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-B 15
18.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-B 5
18.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-DS 6
18.50mm · Shallow · Catalog
211-C 3
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-SB 4 T
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-58 F
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-B 10
18.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-BS 4
18.50mm · Shallow · Catalog
211-SB 4
17.00mm · Shallow · Catalog
211-T 5
18.00mm · Deep · Catalog
302-7
18.00mm · Deep · Catalog
211-B 13
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-B 6
18.50mm · Medium · Catalog
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better french horn mouthpieces — Bruno Tilz or Giardinelli?
Neither brand is universally better. Bruno Tilz has 59 models and Giardinelli has 12. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Bruno Tilz and Giardinelli french horn mouthpieces compare in size?
Bruno Tilz averages 17.72mm cup diameter with 4.08mm throat. Giardinelli averages 17.58mm cup diameter with 4.90mm throat.