Marcinkiewicz 3 / 5C vs Monette Cornet C4LVS

The Marcinkiewicz 3 / 5C has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 3 / 5C has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Marcinkiewicz 3 / 5C
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter17.20 mm / 0.6772 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Monette Cornet C4LVS
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.20 mm / 0.6378 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 3 / 5C has a cup diameter of 17.20 mm / 0.6772 in compared to 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in on the Monette Cornet C4LVS — a difference of 1.00 mm / 0.0394 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 Marcinkiewicz 3 / 5C has a wider throat (3.73 mm / 0.1469 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 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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