Marcinkiewicz CH BS FL vs Yamaha FH-14F4
The Yamaha FH-14F4 has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha FH-14F4 features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz CH BS FL has a larger throat opening.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Marcinkiewicz CH BS FL
• Flugelhorn
Cup depthVery shallow
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Yamaha FH-14F4
• Flugelhorn
Cup depthMedium
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Depth
The Yamaha FH-14F4 has a medium cup while the Marcinkiewicz CH BS FL 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.