Bach 1½C vs Stork CM3

The Bach 1½C has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 1½C
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Stork CM3
      Silver plate · Trumpet
      Classical
      Cup diameter16.30 mm / 0.6417 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width6.75 mm / 0.2657 in
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      FinishSilver plate
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

      Cup Diameter

      The Bach 1½C has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.30 mm / 0.6417 in on the Stork CM3 — a difference of 0.70 mm / 0.0276 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      Finish

      The Bach 1½C is listed as unspecified, and the Stork CM3 as Silver plate. Finish mainly changes lip feel, tarnish resistance, and appearance rather than cup geometry.

      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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