Curry 1.5 VC vs Marcinkiewicz 1 1/4C (Endorsee)

The Marcinkiewicz 1 1/4C (Endorsee) has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 1.5 VC features a deeper cup, the Curry 1.5 VC has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 1.5 VC
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter17.02 mm / 0.6700 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.31 mm / 0.1697 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 1 1/4C (Endorsee)
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter17.45 mm / 0.6870 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 1 1/4C (Endorsee) has a cup diameter of 17.45 mm / 0.6870 in compared to 17.02 mm / 0.6700 in on the Curry 1.5 VC — a difference of 0.43 mm / 0.0170 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 1.5 VC has a very deep cup while the Marcinkiewicz 1 1/4C (Endorsee) has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 1.5 VC has a wider throat (4.31 mm / 0.1697 in vs 3.73 mm / 0.1469 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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