Which has a bigger cup — Bruno Tilz 214-4 MSG or Marcinkiewicz 9?

The Marcinkiewicz 9 has a cup diameter of 26.06 mm / 1.0260 in compared to 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in on the Bruno Tilz 214-4 MSG — a difference of 0.06 mm / 0.0024 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bruno Tilz 214-4 MSG and Marcinkiewicz 9?

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

Bruno Tilz 214-4 MSG vs Marcinkiewicz 9

Name: Marcinkiewicz 9
Brand: Marcinkiewicz

The Marcinkiewicz 9 has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 214-4 MSG has a larger throat opening.

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

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Bruno Tilz 214-4 MSG

• Trombone

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Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Marcinkiewicz 9

• Trombone

Rim width—

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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Bruno Tilz 214-4 MSG vs Marcinkiewicz 9

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