Bach 10½C vs Marcinkiewicz 15S

The Marcinkiewicz 15S has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 15S features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz 15S has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 10½C
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter15.90 mm / 0.6260 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz 15S
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.31 mm / 0.6421 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 15S has a cup diameter of 16.31 mm / 0.6421 in compared to 15.90 mm / 0.6260 in on the Bach 10½C — a difference of 0.41 mm / 0.0161 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Marcinkiewicz 15S has a very deep cup while the Bach 10½C has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 15S has a wider throat (3.73 mm / 0.1469 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 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.

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