Bruno Tilz 310-M 29 vs Denis Wick 1L
the Denis Wick 1L features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 1L has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Bruno Tilz 310-M 29
• Tuba
CatalogCup diameter32.50 mm / 1.2795 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter8.40 mm / 0.3307 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
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Mouthpiece B
Denis Wick 1L
• Tuba
Cup diameter32.50 mm / 1.2795 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width7.48 mm / 0.2945 in
Throat diameter8.43 mm / 0.3319 in
Backboreopen
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 32.50 mm / 1.2795 in.
Cup Depth
The Denis Wick 1L has a very deep cup while the Bruno Tilz 310-M 29 has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 1L has a wider throat (8.43 mm / 0.3319 in vs 8.40 mm / 0.3307 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.