Which has a bigger cup — Marcinkiewicz 8H-S or Schilke 52E2?

The Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a cup diameter of 26.06 mm / 1.0260 in compared to 25.91 mm / 1.0201 in on the Schilke 52E2 — a difference of 0.15 mm / 0.0059 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Marcinkiewicz 8H-S and Schilke 52E2?

The Schilke 52E2 has a very deep 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.

Marcinkiewicz 8H-S vs Schilke 52E2

Name: Schilke 52E2
Brand: Schilke

The Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 52E2 features a deeper cup.

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

The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Marcinkiewicz 8H-S

• Trombone

Throat diameter6.76 mm / 0.2661 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 52E2

• Trombone

Throat diameter—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

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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