Marcinkiewicz 11 BS vs Schilke 45B
The Marcinkiewicz 11 BS has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 11 BS features a deeper cup.
Cup Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz 11 BS has a cup diameter of 25.37 mm / 0.9988 in compared to 24.30 mm / 0.9567 in on the Schilke 45B — a difference of 1.07 mm / 0.0421 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Marcinkiewicz 11 BS has a deep cup while the Schilke 45B has a medium 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 5.94 mm / 0.2339 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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