Conn Connstellation 5CN vs Marcinkiewicz 5*W (Endorsee)
the Conn Connstellation 5CN features a deeper cup.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Conn Connstellation 5CN
• Cornet
OrchestralCup depth
Best suited for
Trumpet players seeking precise matched dimensions
Size 5 (16.76mm); larger cup; fuller lower register; Narrow rim; smaller inner radius; sharper bite.
vs
Mouthpiece B
Marcinkiewicz 5*W (Endorsee)
• Cornet
Cup depthVery shallow
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Depth
The Conn Connstellation 5CN has a — cup while the Marcinkiewicz 5*W (Endorsee) has a very shallow 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.