Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G vs Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL
The Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G has a cup diameter of 27.84 mm / 1.0961 in compared to 26.06 mm / 1.0260 in on the Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL — a difference of 1.78 mm / 0.0701 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL has a very deep cup while the Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G has a wider throat (7.14 mm / 0.2811 in vs 6.76 mm / 0.2661 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.
Compare Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G with others
Compare Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL with others
- Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL vs Giardinelli Sym. T
- Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL vs Bruno Tilz 306-5 GS
- Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL vs Bach 1¼G
- Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL vs Bach 6½AL (large shank)
- Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL vs Bruno Tilz 214-D 5
- Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL vs Bruno Tilz 305-D 5