Bruno Tilz 213- A 1 1/2 vs Denis Wick 6BM

The Denis Wick 6BM has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 6BM features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 6BM has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 213- A 1 1/2
    • Baritone / Euphonium
    Catalog
    Cup diameter22.50 mm / 0.8858 in
    Cup depthVery shallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.40 mm / 0.1732 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Denis Wick 6BM
      • Baritone / Euphonium
      Cup diameter25.40 mm / 1.0000 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width6.26 mm / 0.2465 in
      Throat diameter7.12 mm / 0.2803 in
      Backboremedium
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Denis Wick 6BM has a cup diameter of 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in compared to 22.50 mm / 0.8858 in on the Bruno Tilz 213- A 1 1/2 — a difference of 2.90 mm / 0.1142 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Denis Wick 6BM has a medium cup while the Bruno Tilz 213- A 1 1/2 has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Denis Wick 6BM has a wider throat (7.12 mm / 0.2803 in vs 4.40 mm / 0.1732 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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