Curry 5 vs Marcinkiewicz CH R 17S
The Marcinkiewicz CH R 17S has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz CH R 17S features a deeper cup, the Curry 5 has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz CH R 17S has a cup diameter of 17.42 mm / 0.6858 in compared to 16.51 mm / 0.6500 in on the Curry 5 — a difference of 0.91 mm / 0.0358 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Marcinkiewicz CH R 17S has a very deep cup while the Curry 5 has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Curry 5 has a wider throat (4.50 mm / 0.1770 in vs 4.39 mm / 0.1728 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.