Curry 10.5 TF vs Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1

The Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1 has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 10.5 TF has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 10.5 TF
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter15.88 mm / 0.6250 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.70 mm / 0.1455 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.81 mm / 0.6618 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.56 mm / 0.1402 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1 has a cup diameter of 16.81 mm / 0.6618 in compared to 15.88 mm / 0.6250 in on the Curry 10.5 TF — a difference of 0.93 mm / 0.0368 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 10.5 TF has a wider throat (3.70 mm / 0.1455 in vs 3.56 mm / 0.1402 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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