Which has a bigger cup — Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 or Schilke 58?

The Schilke 58 has a cup diameter of 27.68 mm / 1.0898 in compared to 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in on the Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 — a difference of 1.68 mm / 0.0661 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 and Schilke 58?

Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 vs Schilke 58

Name: Schilke 58
Brand: Schilke

The Schilke 58 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 58 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Bruno Tilz 214-D 5

• Trombone

Catalog

Backbore—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 58

• Trombone

Backbore19/64.2969"

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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