Marcinkiewicz 1 / 5B vs Marcinkiewicz 2 / 7B

The Marcinkiewicz 1 / 5B has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Marcinkiewicz 1 / 5B
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter17.35 mm / 0.6831 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz 2 / 7B
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter17.27 mm / 0.6799 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 1 / 5B has a cup diameter of 17.35 mm / 0.6831 in compared to 17.27 mm / 0.6799 in on the Marcinkiewicz 2 / 7B — a difference of 0.08 mm / 0.0031 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

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.73 mm / 0.1469 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      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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