Bob Reeves vs Bruno Tilz Trumpet Mouthpieces
Bob Reeves offers 719 trumpet mouthpieces (made in United States), while Bruno Tilz has 276 models (made in Germany). On average, Bob Reeves cups measure 16.74mm versus 16.94mm for Bruno Tilz. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bob Reeves
Models719
Avg cup16.74mm
Avg throat3.66mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Bruno Tilz
Models276
Avg cup16.94mm
Avg throat3.51mm
Common styleCatalog
CountryGermany
Bob Reeves vs Bruno Tilz — head-to-head comparisons
- Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL vs Bruno Tilz 200-7 BW
- Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL vs Bruno Tilz 200-S 6E
- Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL vs Bruno Tilz 200-13
- Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL vs Bruno Tilz 200-0 1/2 E
- Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s vs Bruno Tilz 200-7 BW
- Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s vs Bruno Tilz 200-S 6E
- Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s vs Bruno Tilz 200-13
- Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s vs Bruno Tilz 200-0 1/2 E
- Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/M/X vs Bruno Tilz 200-7 BW
- Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/M/X vs Bruno Tilz 200-S 6E
- Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/M/X vs Bruno Tilz 200-13
- Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/M/X vs Bruno Tilz 200-0 1/2 E
All models
Bob Reeves (719)
40/SV/692sL
15.88mm · Shallow
42/SV/692s
16.67mm · Shallow
Piccolo 43N/M/X
17.07mm · Medium
42/ES/692
16.67mm · V.Shallow
42/ES/692sL
16.67mm · V.Shallow
Piccolo 40/SV/692sL
15.88mm · Shallow
Piccolo 40/SV/X
15.88mm · Shallow
Piccolo 43.5/SV/692
17.26mm · Shallow
40/SV/2
15.88mm · Shallow
Piccolo 42/ES/X
16.67mm · V.Shallow
40/SV/69
15.88mm · Shallow
41/D/X
16.27mm · Deep
42/S/692s
16.67mm · Shallow
43.5/B/69
17.26mm · V.Deep
Piccolo 40/C/692s
15.88mm · Deep
Piccolo 40/SV/s
15.88mm · Shallow
Piccolo 42/SV/X
16.67mm · Shallow
RP2
16.07mm · Shallow
40/B/69
15.88mm · V.Deep
40/C/2
15.88mm · Deep
Bruno Tilz (276)
200-7 BW
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
200-S 6E
16.50mm · Deep · Catalog
200-13
16.50mm · V.Shallow · Catalog
200-0 1/2 E
17.50mm · Medium · Catalog
300-3 EW
17.50mm · Shallow · Catalog
200-6 B
16.80mm · Shallow · Catalog
300-0 1/2 C
17.50mm · Medium · Catalog
300-1 1/2 EW
17.50mm · Shallow · Catalog
300-7 CT
16.50mm · Deep · Catalog
200-1 1/2 EW
17.50mm · Shallow · Catalog
200-1 1/4 E
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
200-S 6
16.50mm · Deep · Catalog
300-0 1/2 E
17.50mm · Medium · Catalog
300-13
16.50mm · V.Shallow · Catalog
300-6 B
16.80mm · Shallow · Catalog
300-7
17.00mm · Deep · Catalog
200-0 1/2 C
17.50mm · Medium · Catalog
200-15 SE
17.00mm · Shallow · Catalog
200-18 CE
17.00mm · Shallow · Catalog
200-18 SE
17.00mm · Medium · Catalog
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trumpet mouthpieces — Bob Reeves or Bruno Tilz?
Neither brand is universally better. Bob Reeves has 719 models and Bruno Tilz has 276. 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 Bob Reeves and Bruno Tilz trumpet mouthpieces compare in size?
Bob Reeves averages 16.74mm cup diameter with 3.66mm throat. Bruno Tilz averages 16.94mm cup diameter with 3.51mm throat.