Curry 1H BBC vs Marcinkiewicz 5*W (Endorsee)

The Curry 1H BBC has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 1H BBC features a deeper cup, the Curry 1H BBC has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 1H BBC
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter17.37 mm / 0.6840 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.06 mm / 0.1600 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz 5*W (Endorsee)
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.76 mm / 0.6598 in
      Cup depthVery shallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.91 mm / 0.1539 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1H BBC has a cup diameter of 17.37 mm / 0.6840 in compared to 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in on the Marcinkiewicz 5*W (Endorsee) — a difference of 0.61 mm / 0.0242 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 1H BBC has a very deep 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.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 1H BBC has a wider throat (4.06 mm / 0.1600 in vs 3.91 mm / 0.1539 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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