Stork CM3 vs Warburton 5M

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
    Stork CM3
    Silver plate · Trumpet
    Classical
    Cup diameter16.30 mm / 0.6417 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width6.75 mm / 0.2657 in
    Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
    Backbore
    FinishSilver plate
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Warburton 5M
      Silver plate · Trumpet
      Versatile
      Cup diameter16.20 mm / 0.6378 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width6.40 mm / 0.2520 in
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      FinishSilver plate
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range

      Cup Diameter

      The Stork CM3 has a cup diameter of 16.30 mm / 0.6417 in compared to 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in on the Warburton 5M — a difference of 0.10 mm / 0.0039 in. 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 Warburton 5M 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 / 0.1441 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      Finish

      Both the Stork CM3 and Warburton 5M are listed with the same finish (Silver plate).

      Which is better?

      The Stork CM3 is designed for classical playing, while the Warburton 5M targets versatile use. Your best choice depends on your musical context.

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