Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 vs Yamaha HR-34C

The Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 211-T 5
    • French Horn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter18.00 mm / 0.7087 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.20 mm / 0.1654 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha HR-34C
      • French Horn
      Cup diameter17.81 mm / 0.7012 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.09 mm / 0.1610 in
      BackboreSemi-narrow
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 has a cup diameter of 18.00 mm / 0.7087 in compared to 17.81 mm / 0.7012 in on the Yamaha HR-34C — a difference of 0.19 mm / 0.0075 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 has a deep cup while the Yamaha HR-34C has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 211-T 5 has a wider throat (4.20 mm / 0.1654 in vs 4.09 mm / 0.1610 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.

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