Bob Reeves Piccolo 40/B/692 vs Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1
The Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1 has a wider cup diameter, the Bob Reeves Piccolo 40/B/692 features a deeper cup.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Bob Reeves Piccolo 40/B/692
• Trumpet
Cup depthVery deep
vs
Mouthpiece B
Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1
• Trumpet
Cup depthDeep
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
Cup Depth
The Bob Reeves Piccolo 40/B/692 has a very deep cup while the Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1 has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
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.