Marcinkiewicz 9 vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
the Marcinkiewicz 9 features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Marcinkiewicz 9
• Trombone
Cup diameter26.06 mm / 1.0260 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter6.35 mm / 0.2500 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
• Trombone
Cup diameter26.06 mm / 1.0260 in
Cup depthShallow
Rim width—
Throat diameter6.76 mm / 0.2661 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 26.06 mm / 1.0260 in.
Cup Depth
The Marcinkiewicz 9 has a medium cup while the Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a wider throat (6.76 mm / 0.2661 in vs 6.35 mm / 0.2500 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.
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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