Bach vs Marcinkiewicz Cornet Mouthpieces
Bach offers 94 cornet mouthpieces (made in United States), while Marcinkiewicz has 71 models (made in United States). On average, Bach cups measure 16.13mm versus 17.00mm for Marcinkiewicz. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bach
Models94
Avg cup16.13mm
Avg throat3.67mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Marcinkiewicz
Models71
Avg cup17.00mm
Avg throat4.26mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Bach vs Marcinkiewicz — head-to-head comparisons
- Bach 8½A vs Marcinkiewicz 5*W (Endorsee)
- Bach 8½A vs Marcinkiewicz 1 1/4C (Endorsee)
- Bach 8½A vs Marcinkiewicz 2S
- Bach 8½A vs Marcinkiewicz 1 / 5B
- Bach 2½C vs Marcinkiewicz 5*W (Endorsee)
- Bach 2½C vs Marcinkiewicz 1 1/4C (Endorsee)
- Bach 2½C vs Marcinkiewicz 2S
- Bach 2½C vs Marcinkiewicz 1 / 5B
- Bach 1½C vs Marcinkiewicz 5*W (Endorsee)
- Bach 1½C vs Marcinkiewicz 1 1/4C (Endorsee)
- Bach 1½C vs Marcinkiewicz 2S
- Bach 1½C vs Marcinkiewicz 1 / 5B
All models
Bach (94)
8½A
16.10mm · V.Deep
2½C
16.40mm · Medium
1½C
17.00mm · Medium
1B
17.00mm · Deep
10½E
15.90mm · Shallow
2C
16.50mm · Medium
11½A
15.65mm · V.Deep
1X
17.00mm · V.Deep
10½D
15.90mm · Shallow
2¾C
16.40mm · Medium
8¾
16.10mm · V.Deep
10
16.00mm · V.Deep
10½EW
15.90mm · Shallow
6
16.20mm · V.Deep
7
16.20mm · V.Deep
8½C
16.10mm · Medium
8C
16.20mm · Medium
9
16.05mm · V.Deep
9A
16.05mm · V.Deep
Mega Tone Cornet 1
17.50mm · V.Deep
Marcinkiewicz (71)
5*W (Endorsee)
16.76mm · V.Shallow
1 1/4C (Endorsee)
17.45mm · Deep
2S
17.27mm · Shallow
1 / 5B
17.35mm · Medium
10
16.84mm · Deep
6C (Standard)
16.87mm · Deep
7
16.84mm · Deep
8
16.84mm · Deep
CH E3.1JWM
17.12mm · Deep
1 1/4C (Standard)
17.45mm · Deep
5
16.84mm · Deep
5*W (Standard)
16.76mm · V.Shallow
5XW (Standard)
17.27mm · V.Shallow
7S
16.84mm · Deep
9
16.84mm · Deep
CH 3C
17.20mm · V.Deep
CH E3.1
17.12mm · V.Deep
E8.7M. Gillette (Endorsee)
16.33mm · V.Deep
0
17.73mm · Medium
0S
17.73mm · V.Shallow
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better cornet mouthpieces — Bach or Marcinkiewicz?
Neither brand is universally better. Bach has 94 models and Marcinkiewicz has 71. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Bach and Marcinkiewicz cornet mouthpieces compare in size?
Bach averages 16.13mm cup diameter with 3.67mm throat. Marcinkiewicz averages 17.00mm cup diameter with 4.26mm throat.