Curry 1 P vs Marcinkiewicz 309

The Curry 1 P has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 309 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 1 P
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter17.27 mm / 0.6800 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.70 mm / 0.1455 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz 309
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter17.20 mm / 0.6772 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1 P has a cup diameter of 17.27 mm / 0.6800 in compared to 17.20 mm / 0.6772 in on the Marcinkiewicz 309 — a difference of 0.07 mm / 0.0028 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 309 has a wider throat (3.73 mm / 0.1469 in vs 3.70 mm / 0.1455 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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