Marcinkiewicz ET1B. PeeblesBass Shank Only vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
The Marcinkiewicz ET1B. PeeblesBass Shank Only has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 8H-S features a deeper cup.
Cup Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz ET1B. PeeblesBass Shank Only has a cup diameter of 26.14 mm / 1.0291 in compared to 26.06 mm / 1.0260 in on the Marcinkiewicz 8H-S — a difference of 0.08 mm / 0.0031 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a shallow cup while the Marcinkiewicz ET1B. PeeblesBass Shank Only has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
Throat diameters are essentially identical at 6.76 mm / 0.2661 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.
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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