Denis Wick 4 vs Marcinkiewicz CH W1
The Marcinkiewicz CH W1 has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4 features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 4 has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz CH W1 has a cup diameter of 33.66 mm / 1.3252 in compared to 30.50 mm / 1.2008 in on the Denis Wick 4 — a difference of 3.16 mm / 0.1244 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Denis Wick 4 has a very deep cup while the Marcinkiewicz CH W1 has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 4 has a wider throat (8.27 mm / 0.3256 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.