Which has a bigger cup — Bach 3G or Marcinkiewicz 8H-S?

The Bach 3G has a cup diameter of 26.26 mm / 1.0339 in compared to 26.06 mm / 1.0260 in on the Marcinkiewicz 8H-S — a difference of 0.20 mm / 0.0079 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bach 3G and Marcinkiewicz 8H-S?

The Bach 3G has a very deep cup while the Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Bach 3G vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S

Name: Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
Brand: Marcinkiewicz

The Bach 3G has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 3G features a deeper cup, the Bach 3G has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Bach 3G

• Trombone

Finish—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Marcinkiewicz 8H-S

• Trombone

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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