Which has a bigger cup — Curry 1.5 VC or Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)?

The Curry 1.5 VC has a cup diameter of 17.02 mm / 0.6700 in compared to 16.33 mm / 0.6429 in on the Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard) — a difference of 0.69 mm / 0.0271 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 1.5 VC and Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)?

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

Curry 1.5 VC vs Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)

Name: Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)
Brand: Marcinkiewicz

The Curry 1.5 VC has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 1.5 VC has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Curry 1.5 VC

• Cornet

Rim width—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)

• Cornet

Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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Curry 1.5 VC vs Marcinkiewicz E8.7M. Gillette (Standard)

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