Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 4N or Marcinkiewicz CH EF 21J. Cox?

The Denis Wick 4N has a cup diameter of 18.00 mm / 0.7087 in compared to 17.48 mm / 0.6882 in on the Marcinkiewicz CH EF 21J. Cox — a difference of 0.52 mm / 0.0205 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 4N and Marcinkiewicz CH EF 21J. Cox?

Both mouthpieces share a very deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Denis Wick 4N vs Marcinkiewicz CH EF 21J. Cox

Name: Marcinkiewicz CH EF 21J. Cox
Brand: Marcinkiewicz

The Denis Wick 4N has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4N has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 4N

• French Horn

Finish—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Marcinkiewicz CH EF 21J. Cox

• French Horn

Finish—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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.

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Denis Wick 4N vs Marcinkiewicz CH EF 21J. Cox

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