Curry 5D Small Shank vs Marcinkiewicz CH 5J BS
the Curry 5D Small Shank features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz CH 5J BS has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Curry 5D Small Shank
• Trombone
Cup diameter25.55 mm / 1.0060 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter7.01 mm / 0.2760 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
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Mouthpiece B
Marcinkiewicz CH 5J BS
• Trombone
Cup diameter25.55 mm / 1.0059 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter7.04 mm / 0.2772 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 25.55 mm / 1.0060 in.
Cup Depth
The Curry 5D Small Shank has a very deep cup while the Marcinkiewicz CH 5J BS has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz CH 5J BS has a wider throat (7.04 mm / 0.2772 in vs 7.01 mm / 0.2760 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.