Bruno Tilz 213- A 3 vs Denis Wick SM4

The Denis Wick SM4 has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick SM4 features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick SM4 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 213- A 3
    • Baritone / Euphonium
    Catalog
    Cup diameter24.00 mm / 0.9449 in
    Cup depthVery shallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.80 mm / 0.1890 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Denis Wick SM4
      • Baritone / Euphonium
      Cup diameter26.00 mm / 1.0236 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width6.72 mm / 0.2646 in
      Throat diameter7.38 mm / 0.2906 in
      Backborebarrel
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Denis Wick SM4 has a cup diameter of 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in compared to 24.00 mm / 0.9449 in on the Bruno Tilz 213- A 3 — a difference of 2.00 mm / 0.0787 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Denis Wick SM4 has a very deep cup while the Bruno Tilz 213- A 3 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 SM4 has a wider throat (7.38 mm / 0.2906 in vs 4.80 mm / 0.1890 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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