Denis Wick 5AL vs Marcinkiewicz ET1B. PeeblesBass Shank Only

The Marcinkiewicz ET1B. PeeblesBass Shank Only has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 5AL features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 5AL has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
    Denis Wick 5AL
    • Trombone
    Cup depthMedium
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz ET1B. PeeblesBass Shank Only
      • Trombone
      Cup depthVery shallow
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Depth

      The Denis Wick 5AL has a medium cup while the Marcinkiewicz ET1B. PeeblesBass Shank Only has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      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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