Name: Schilke 45B
Brand: Schilke

Question 1

What is the difference between Marcinkiewicz CH 5G and Schilke 45B?

Accepted Answer

The Marcinkiewicz CH 5G has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 45B features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz CH 5G has a larger throat opening.

Question 2

Which has a bigger cup — Marcinkiewicz CH 5G or Schilke 45B?

Accepted Answer

The Marcinkiewicz CH 5G has a cup diameter of 25.55 mm / 1.0059 in compared to 24.30 mm / 0.9567 in on the Schilke 45B — a difference of 1.25 mm / 0.0492 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

Question 3

How does cup depth compare between Marcinkiewicz CH 5G and Schilke 45B?

Accepted Answer

The Schilke 45B has a medium cup while the Marcinkiewicz CH 5G has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Question 4

Which is better, Marcinkiewicz CH 5G or Schilke 45B?

Accepted Answer

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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