Which has a bigger cup — Bach 5V or Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)?

The Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard) has a cup diameter of 16.33 mm / 0.6429 in compared to 16.25 mm / 0.6398 in on the Bach 5V — a difference of 0.08 mm / 0.0031 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bach 5V and Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)?

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

Bach 5V vs Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)

Name: Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)
Brand: Marcinkiewicz

The Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard) has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 5V has a larger throat opening.

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

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Bach 5V

• Cornet

Backbore—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)

• Cornet

Backbore—

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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Bach 5V vs Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)

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