Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 vs Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G

The Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G has a wider cup diameter, the Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 305-D 5
    • Trombone
    Catalog
    Cup diameter26.00 mm / 1.0236 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter6.30 mm / 0.2480 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter27.84 mm / 1.0961 in
      Cup depthVery shallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter7.14 mm / 0.2811 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G has a cup diameter of 27.84 mm / 1.0961 in compared to 26.00 mm / 1.0236 in on the Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 — a difference of 1.84 mm / 0.0724 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bruno Tilz 305-D 5 has a medium cup while the Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G has a wider throat (7.14 mm / 0.2811 in vs 6.30 mm / 0.2480 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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