Bruno Tilz vs Schilke Trombone Mouthpieces
Bruno Tilz offers 182 trombone mouthpieces (made in Germany), while Schilke has 27 models (made in United States). On average, Bruno Tilz cups measure 26.22mm versus 25.21mm for Schilke. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bruno Tilz
Models182
Avg cup26.22mm
Avg throat6.37mm
Common styleCatalog
CountryGermany
vs
Schilke
Models27
Avg cup25.21mm
Avg throat6.40mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Bruno Tilz vs Schilke — head-to-head comparisons
- Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 vs Schilke 53
- Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 vs Schilke 51D
- Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 vs Schilke 45B
- Bruno Tilz 214-D 5 vs Schilke 52D
- Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 vs Schilke 53
- Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 vs Schilke 51D
- Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 vs Schilke 45B
- Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 vs Schilke 52D
- Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS vs Schilke 53
- Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS vs Schilke 51D
- Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS vs Schilke 45B
- Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS vs Schilke 52D
All models
Bruno Tilz (182)
214-D 5
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
305-D 5
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
306-5 GS
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
305-4
25.50mm · Medium · Catalog
214-4 S
25.50mm · V.Shallow · Catalog
215-1 1/2 G
27.00mm · Deep · Catalog
306-2 C
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
214-4
25.50mm · Medium · Catalog
305-5 GE
25.60mm · Medium · Catalog
214-5 GT
25.60mm · Medium · Catalog
215-2 C
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
215-5 GS
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
305-D 6
26.20mm · Deep · Catalog
306-2 B
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
214-14 AL
26.00mm · Deep · Catalog
214-6 1/2 ABG
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
214-6 G
26.00mm · Deep · Catalog
214-D 1
24.50mm · Shallow · Catalog
214-D 4
25.80mm · Deep · Catalog
215-2 B
26.00mm · Medium · Catalog
Schilke (27)
53
26.24mm · Medium
51D
25.55mm · Medium
45B
24.30mm · Medium
52D
25.78mm · Deep
50
25.40mm · Medium
51
25.63mm · Medium
52E2
25.91mm · V.Deep
60
29.03mm · Medium
45
24.38mm · Medium
59
28.52mm · Deep
43A
23.57mm · Medium
46D
24.76mm · Medium
47B
24.87mm · Medium
50C4
25.40mm · Deep
58
27.68mm · Medium
40
22.53mm · Medium
42
23.22mm · Medium
46
24.54mm · Medium
47C4
25.10mm · Medium
51B
25.63mm · Medium
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trombone mouthpieces — Bruno Tilz or Schilke?
Neither brand is universally better. Bruno Tilz has 182 models and Schilke has 27. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Bruno Tilz and Schilke trombone mouthpieces compare in size?
Bruno Tilz averages 26.22mm cup diameter with 6.37mm throat. Schilke averages 25.21mm cup diameter with 6.40mm throat.