Denis Wick 3SL vs Marcinkiewicz CH 18
The Marcinkiewicz CH 18 has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz CH 18 features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz CH 18 has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz CH 18 has a cup diameter of 32.77 mm / 1.2902 in compared to 31.25 mm / 1.2303 in on the Denis Wick 3SL — a difference of 1.52 mm / 0.0598 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Marcinkiewicz CH 18 has a deep cup while the Denis Wick 3SL has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz CH 18 has a wider throat (8.20 mm / 0.3228 in vs 7.62 mm / 0.3000 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.