Bach 24W vs Marcinkiewicz ETU1J. Self

The Marcinkiewicz ETU1J. Self has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 24W has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 24W
    • Tuba
    Cup diameter31.25 mm / 1.2303 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter9.00 mm / 0.3543 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz ETU1J. Self
      • Tuba
      Cup diameter33.15 mm / 1.3051 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter8.03 mm / 0.3161 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz ETU1J. Self has a cup diameter of 33.15 mm / 1.3051 in compared to 31.25 mm / 1.2303 in on the Bach 24W — a difference of 1.90 mm / 0.0748 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

      The Bach 24W has a wider throat (9.00 mm / 0.3543 in vs 8.03 mm / 0.3161 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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