Bruno Tilz 210-S 11 1/2 vs Curry 1 J
The Bruno Tilz 210-S 11 1/2 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 210-S 11 1/2 has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Bruno Tilz 210-S 11 1/2
• Flugelhorn
CatalogCup diameter17.50 mm / 0.6890 in
Cup depth
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.80 mm / 0.1496 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Curry 1 J
• Flugelhorn
Cup diameter17.27 mm / 0.6800 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.78 mm / 0.1490 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
The Bruno Tilz 210-S 11 1/2 has a cup diameter of 17.50 mm / 0.6890 in compared to 17.27 mm / 0.6800 in on the Curry 1 J — a difference of 0.23 mm / 0.0090 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Throat Diameter
The Bruno Tilz 210-S 11 1/2 has a wider throat (3.80 mm / 0.1496 in vs 3.78 mm / 0.1490 in). 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.