Home › Trombone › Denis Wick 10CS vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S

Denis Wick 10CS vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S

The Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 10CS features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
The internal diameter of the cup, measured at the widest point inside the rim.
Mouthpiece A
    Denis Wick 10CS
    • Trombone
    Cup diameter25.00 mm / 0.9843 in
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter26.06 mm / 1.0260 in
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a cup diameter of 26.06 mm / 1.0260 in compared to 25.00 mm / 0.9843 in on the Denis Wick 10CS — a difference of 1.06 mm / 0.0417 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      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.

      Open in interactive tool + Add third mouthpiece Denis Wick 10CS details Marcinkiewicz 8H-S details Denis Wick 10CS equivalents Marcinkiewicz 8H-S equivalents

      Compare Denis Wick 10CS with others

      Compare Marcinkiewicz 8H-S with others

      Popular Trombone comparisons

      Denis Wick vs Marcinkiewicz

      Browse by specification