Bruno Tilz vs Schilke French Horn Mouthpieces
Bruno Tilz offers 59 french horn mouthpieces (made in Germany), while Schilke has 10 models (made in United States). On average, Bruno Tilz cups measure 17.72mm versus 17.07mm for Schilke. 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
Schilke
Models10
Avg cup17.07mm
Avg throat3.59mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Bruno Tilz vs Schilke — head-to-head comparisons
- Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Schilke 30B
- Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Schilke 28
- Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Schilke 29
- Bruno Tilz 211-TS 6 vs Schilke 30
- Bruno Tilz 211-D 7 vs Schilke 30B
- Bruno Tilz 211-D 7 vs Schilke 28
- Bruno Tilz 211-D 7 vs Schilke 29
- Bruno Tilz 211-D 7 vs Schilke 30
- Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 vs Schilke 30B
- Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 vs Schilke 28
- Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 vs Schilke 29
- Bruno Tilz 211-T 7 vs Schilke 30
All models
Bruno Tilz (59)
211-TS 6
18.50mm · Deep · Catalog
211-D 7
19.00mm · Shallow · Catalog
211-T 7
19.00mm · Deep · Catalog
211-T 6
18.50mm · Deep · Catalog
211-58
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-B 3
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-B 5
18.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-C 3
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-T 3
17.00mm · Deep · Catalog
211-T 5
18.00mm · Deep · Catalog
302-7
18.00mm · Deep · Catalog
211-58 F
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-B 13
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-B 6
18.50mm · Medium · Catalog
211-BS 16
18.50mm · Medium · Catalog
211-DS 6
18.50mm · Shallow · Catalog
211-S 3
17.50mm · Deep · Catalog
211-SB 4
17.00mm · Shallow · Catalog
211-SB 4 T
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
211-A 3
17.00mm · V.Shallow · Catalog
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better french horn mouthpieces — Bruno Tilz or Schilke?
Neither brand is universally better. Bruno Tilz has 59 models and Schilke has 10. 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 Schilke french horn mouthpieces compare in size?
Bruno Tilz averages 17.72mm cup diameter with 4.08mm throat. Schilke averages 17.07mm cup diameter with 3.59mm throat.