Marcinkiewicz ETU1J. Self vs Yamaha BB-67C4

The Marcinkiewicz ETU1J. Self has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha BB-67C4 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Marcinkiewicz ETU1J. Self
    • Tuba
    Cup diameter33.15 mm / 1.3051 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter8.03 mm / 0.3161 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha BB-67C4
      • Tuba
      Cup diameter32.06 mm / 1.2622 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter8.10 mm / 0.3189 in
      BackboreStandard
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz ETU1J. Self has a cup diameter of 33.15 mm / 1.3051 in compared to 32.06 mm / 1.2622 in on the Yamaha BB-67C4 — a difference of 1.09 mm / 0.0429 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 Yamaha BB-67C4 has a wider throat (8.10 mm / 0.3189 in vs 8.03 mm / 0.3161 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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