Bach 5MV vs Marcinkiewicz 14

The Marcinkiewicz 14 has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 5MV has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 5MV
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter16.25 mm / 0.6398 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.81 mm / 0.1500 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz 14
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.31 mm / 0.6421 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 14 has a cup diameter of 16.31 mm / 0.6421 in compared to 16.25 mm / 0.6398 in on the Bach 5MV — a difference of 0.06 mm / 0.0024 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Bach 5MV has a wider throat (3.81 mm / 0.1500 in vs 3.73 mm / 0.1469 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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