Which has a bigger cup — Bruno Tilz 306-5 G or Denis Wick 6BL?

The Bruno Tilz 306-5 G has a cup diameter of 25.50 mm / 1.0039 in compared to 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in on the Denis Wick 6BL — a difference of 0.10 mm / 0.0039 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bruno Tilz 306-5 G and Denis Wick 6BL?

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

Bruno Tilz 306-5 G vs Denis Wick 6BL

Name: Denis Wick 6BL
Brand: Denis Wick

The Bruno Tilz 306-5 G has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 306-5 G has a larger throat opening.

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

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Bruno Tilz 306-5 G

• Trombone

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Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 6BL

• Trombone

Rim width6.26 mm / 0.2465 in

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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Bruno Tilz 306-5 G vs Denis Wick 6BL

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