Bach vs Marcinkiewicz Trombone Mouthpieces
Bach offers 74 trombone mouthpieces (made in United States), while Marcinkiewicz has 75 models (made in United States). On average, Bach cups measure 25.40mm versus 26.20mm for Marcinkiewicz. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bach
Models74
Avg cup25.40mm
Avg throat6.40mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Marcinkiewicz
Models75
Avg cup26.20mm
Avg throat6.60mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Bach vs Marcinkiewicz — head-to-head comparisons
- Bach 1¼G vs Marcinkiewicz ET3C. Loper
- Bach 1¼G vs Marcinkiewicz 6E-S (Standard (Bass))
- Bach 1¼G vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
- Bach 1¼G vs Marcinkiewicz 11
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Marcinkiewicz ET3C. Loper
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Marcinkiewicz 6E-S (Standard (Bass))
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Marcinkiewicz 11
- Bach 12E vs Marcinkiewicz ET3C. Loper
- Bach 12E vs Marcinkiewicz 6E-S (Standard (Bass))
- Bach 12E vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
- Bach 12E vs Marcinkiewicz 11
All models
Bach (74)
1¼G
27.50mm · V.Deep
6½AL (large shank)
25.40mm · Deep
12E
24.50mm · Shallow
12C
24.50mm · Shallow
6½A (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
6½AL (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
Mega Tone Trombone 6½A
25.40mm · Deep
4G
26.00mm · V.Deep
5G (large shank)
25.50mm · V.Deep
5GS (large shank)
25.50mm · Deep
Mega Tone Trombone 6½AL
25.40mm · Deep
11C
24.70mm · Shallow
15D
24.40mm · Shallow
6½AM (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
7C
24.75mm · Shallow
Mega Tone Trombone 5
25.50mm · Medium
1¼GM
27.50mm · V.Deep
14½D
24.50mm · Shallow
15E
24.40mm · Shallow
5GS (small shank)
25.50mm · Deep
Marcinkiewicz (75)
ET3C. Loper
25.10mm · Deep
6E-S (Standard (Bass))
25.78mm · Medium
8H-S
26.06mm · Shallow
11
25.40mm · Deep
12-S
25.10mm · Deep
5G-S
25.55mm · V.Shallow
11 BS
25.37mm · Deep
11C
25.37mm · Deep
5GWG. Woll
25.55mm · V.Shallow
8H BS/ 6.5 AL
26.06mm · Medium
9
26.06mm · Medium
9B-S
26.06mm · V.Shallow
CH 4
26.06mm · V.Shallow
106J. Martin
30.07mm · V.Shallow
5F-S
25.78mm · V.Shallow
7C
25.12mm · Deep
CH 105
29.44mm · V.Deep
CH 5G
25.55mm · Shallow
EBT5R. Dahl
25.91mm · V.Deep
10 BS
25.40mm · Deep
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trombone mouthpieces — Bach or Marcinkiewicz?
Neither brand is universally better. Bach has 74 models and Marcinkiewicz has 75. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Bach and Marcinkiewicz trombone mouthpieces compare in size?
Bach averages 25.40mm cup diameter with 6.40mm throat. Marcinkiewicz averages 26.20mm cup diameter with 6.60mm throat.