Denis Wick 2B vs Marcinkiewicz 4*W (Standard)
The Marcinkiewicz 4*W (Standard) has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 2B has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz 4*W (Standard) has a cup diameter of 17.17 mm / 0.6760 in compared to 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in on the Denis Wick 2B — a difference of 0.17 mm / 0.0067 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 2B has a wider throat (4.27 mm / 0.1681 in vs 4.22 mm / 0.1661 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.