Bach vs Bruno Tilz Trombone Mouthpieces
Bach offers 74 trombone mouthpieces (made in United States), while Bruno Tilz has 182 models (made in Germany). On average, Bach cups measure 25.40mm versus 26.22mm for Bruno Tilz. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bach
Models74
Avg cup25.40mm
Avg throat6.40mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Bruno Tilz
Models182
Avg cup26.22mm
Avg throat6.37mm
Common styleCatalog
CountryGermany
Bach vs Bruno Tilz — head-to-head comparisons
- Bach 1¼G vs Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS
- Bach 1¼G vs Bruno Tilz 214-D 5
- Bach 1¼G vs Bruno Tilz 305-D 5
- Bach 1¼G vs Bruno Tilz 214-4 S
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Bruno Tilz 214-D 5
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Bruno Tilz 305-D 5
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Bruno Tilz 214-4 S
- Bach 12E vs Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS
- Bach 12E vs Bruno Tilz 214-D 5
- Bach 12E vs Bruno Tilz 305-D 5
- Bach 12E vs Bruno Tilz 214-4 S
All models
Bach (74)
1¼G
27.50mm · V.Deep
6½AL (large shank)
25.40mm · Deep
12E
24.50mm · Shallow
12C
24.50mm · Shallow
6½A (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
5GS (large shank)
25.50mm · Deep
6½AL (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
Mega Tone Trombone 6½A
25.40mm · Deep
4G
26.00mm · V.Deep
5G (large shank)
25.50mm · V.Deep
Mega Tone Trombone 6½AL
25.40mm · Deep
11C
24.70mm · Shallow
15D
24.40mm · Shallow
6½AM (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
7C
24.75mm · Shallow
Mega Tone Trombone 5
25.50mm · Medium
1¼GM
27.50mm · V.Deep
14½D
24.50mm · Shallow
15E
24.40mm · Shallow
5GS (small shank)
25.50mm · Deep
Bruno Tilz (182)
306-5 GS
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
214-D 5
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
305-D 5
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
214-4 S
25.50mm · V.Shallow · Catalog
305-4
25.50mm · Medium · Catalog
214-4
25.50mm · Medium · Catalog
215-1 1/2 G
27.00mm · Deep · Catalog
305-5 GE
25.60mm · Medium · Catalog
306-2 C
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
215-2 C
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
214-D 1
24.50mm · Shallow · Catalog
214-D 4
25.80mm · Deep · Catalog
215-3 B
28.00mm · Deep · Catalog
305-4 S
25.50mm · V.Shallow · Catalog
305-A 3
26.00mm · V.Shallow · Catalog
305-T 2 1/2
25.50mm · Deep · Catalog
306-2 B
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
306-8 GT
28.00mm · Deep · Catalog
214-14 AL
26.00mm · Deep · Catalog
214-5 GT
25.60mm · Medium · Catalog
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trombone mouthpieces — Bach or Bruno Tilz?
Neither brand is universally better. Bach has 74 models and Bruno Tilz has 182. 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 Bach and Bruno Tilz trombone mouthpieces compare in size?
Bach averages 25.40mm cup diameter with 6.40mm throat. Bruno Tilz averages 26.22mm cup diameter with 6.37mm throat.