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.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Marcinkiewicz CH 1.5G
• Trombone
Cup depthVery shallow
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Marcinkiewicz CH 8H BS / 6.5 AL
• Trombone
Cup depthVery deep
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
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.
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 214-D 5
- 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 Yamaha SL-48DL