Marcinkiewicz CH 4S vs Schilke M2X

The Schilke M2X has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke M2X has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Marcinkiewicz CH 4S
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter17.20 mm / 0.6772 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Schilke M2X
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter17.27 mm / 0.6799 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.84 mm / 0.1512 in
      Backbore24 / .1510"
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Schilke M2X has a cup diameter of 17.27 mm / 0.6799 in compared to 17.20 mm / 0.6772 in on the Marcinkiewicz CH 4S — a difference of 0.07 mm / 0.0028 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

      Throat Diameter

      The Schilke M2X has a wider throat (3.84 mm / 0.1512 in vs 3.73 mm / 0.1469 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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