Which has a bigger cup — Marcinkiewicz CH 5G or Marcinkiewicz 8H-S?

The Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a cup diameter of 26.06 mm / 1.0260 in compared to 25.55 mm / 1.0059 in on the Marcinkiewicz CH 5G — a difference of 0.51 mm / 0.0201 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Marcinkiewicz CH 5G and Marcinkiewicz 8H-S?

Both mouthpieces share a shallow cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Marcinkiewicz CH 5G vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S

Name: Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
Brand: Marcinkiewicz

The Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Marcinkiewicz CH 5G

• Trombone

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Marcinkiewicz 8H-S

• Trombone

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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Marcinkiewicz CH 5G vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S

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