Bach 12E vs Marcinkiewicz 4 (Standard (Tenor))
The Marcinkiewicz 4 (Standard (Tenor)) has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 12E features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz 4 (Standard (Tenor)) has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz 4 (Standard (Tenor)) has a cup diameter of 26.06 mm / 1.0260 in compared to 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in on the Bach 12E — a difference of 1.56 mm / 0.0614 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Bach 12E has a shallow cup while the Marcinkiewicz 4 (Standard (Tenor)) has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz 4 (Standard (Tenor)) has a wider throat (7.04 mm / 0.2772 in vs 5.85 mm / 0.2303 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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