Denis Wick 5AL vs Marcinkiewicz EBT3E. Tack
The Marcinkiewicz EBT3E. Tack has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 5AL has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz EBT3E. Tack has a cup diameter of 28.35 mm / 1.1161 in compared to 25.73 mm / 1.0130 in on the Denis Wick 5AL — a difference of 2.62 mm / 0.1031 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 5AL has a wider throat (7.30 mm / 0.2874 in vs 7.14 mm / 0.2811 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.
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