Bach 7EW vs Stork CM3

The Stork CM3 has a wider cup diameter, the Stork CM3 features a deeper cup.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 7EW
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter16.20 mm
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.66 mm
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Stork CM3
      Silver plate · Trumpet
      Classical
      Cup diameter16.30 mm
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width6.75 mm
      Throat diameter3.66 mm
      Backbore
      FinishSilver plate
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

      Cup Diameter

      The Stork CM3 has a cup diameter of 16.30 mm compared to 16.20 mm on the Bach 7EW — a difference of +0.10 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Stork CM3 has a medium cup while the Bach 7EW has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.66 mm, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      Finish

      The Bach 7EW is listed as unspecified, and the Stork CM3 as Silver plate. Finish mainly changes lip feel, tarnish resistance, and appearance rather than cup geometry.

      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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