Denis Wick 2SL vs Marcinkiewicz W2
The Marcinkiewicz W2 has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz W2 features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 2SL has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz W2 has a cup diameter of 33.66 mm / 1.3252 in compared to 32.00 mm / 1.2598 in on the Denis Wick 2SL — a difference of 1.66 mm / 0.0654 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Marcinkiewicz W2 has a medium cup while the Denis Wick 2SL has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 2SL has a wider throat (8.45 mm / 0.3327 in vs 7.67 mm / 0.3020 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.