Name: Schilke S-H
Brand: Schilke

Question 1

What is the difference between Marcinkiewicz CH 18 and Schilke S-H?

Accepted Answer

The Marcinkiewicz CH 18 has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz CH 18 features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz CH 18 has a larger throat opening.

Question 2

Which has a bigger cup — Marcinkiewicz CH 18 or Schilke S-H?

Accepted Answer

The Marcinkiewicz CH 18 has a cup diameter of 32.77 mm / 1.2902 in compared to 31.84 mm / 1.2535 in on the Schilke S-H — a difference of 0.93 mm / 0.0366 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

Question 3

How does cup depth compare between Marcinkiewicz CH 18 and Schilke S-H?

Accepted Answer

The Marcinkiewicz CH 18 has a deep cup while the Schilke S-H has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Question 4

Which is better, Marcinkiewicz CH 18 or Schilke S-H?

Accepted Answer

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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