Bruno Tilz 230-A 1 vs Bruno Tilz 231-C 4

The Bruno Tilz 231-C 4 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 231-C 4 features a deeper cup, the Bruno Tilz 231-C 4 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 230-A 1
    • Tuba
    Catalog
    Cup diameter29.00 mm / 1.1417 in
    Cup depthVery shallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter6.10 mm / 0.2402 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bruno Tilz 231-C 4
      • Tuba
      Catalog
      Cup diameter33.00 mm / 1.2992 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter8.20 mm / 0.3228 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 231-C 4 has a cup diameter of 33.00 mm / 1.2992 in compared to 29.00 mm / 1.1417 in on the Bruno Tilz 230-A 1 — a difference of 4.00 mm / 0.1575 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 231-C 4 has a deep cup while the Bruno Tilz 230-A 1 has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bruno Tilz 231-C 4 has a wider throat (8.20 mm / 0.3228 in vs 6.10 mm / 0.2402 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Which is better?

      Both mouthpieces are categorized as "Catalog" — the physical dimensions above will determine which suits your embouchure and playing style better.

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