Bach vs Marcinkiewicz Trumpet Mouthpieces
Bach offers 103 trumpet mouthpieces (made in United States), while Marcinkiewicz has 130 models (made in United States). On average, Bach cups measure 16.21mm versus 16.96mm for Marcinkiewicz. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bach
Models103
Avg cup16.21mm
Avg throat3.68mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Marcinkiewicz
Models130
Avg cup16.96mm
Avg throat3.69mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Bach vs Marcinkiewicz — head-to-head comparisons
- Bach 3C vs Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1
- Bach 3C vs Marcinkiewicz A5
- Bach 3C vs Marcinkiewicz CH 13
- Bach 3C vs Marcinkiewicz E18E. Miyashiro
- Bach 1½C vs Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1
- Bach 1½C vs Marcinkiewicz A5
- Bach 1½C vs Marcinkiewicz CH 13
- Bach 1½C vs Marcinkiewicz E18E. Miyashiro
- Bach 1 vs Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1
- Bach 1 vs Marcinkiewicz A5
- Bach 1 vs Marcinkiewicz CH 13
- Bach 1 vs Marcinkiewicz E18E. Miyashiro
All models
Bach (103)
3C
16.30mm · Medium
1½C
17.00mm · Medium
1
17.50mm · V.Deep
5C
16.25mm · Medium
1¼C
17.00mm · Medium
7C
16.20mm · Medium
10½C
15.90mm · Medium
3
16.30mm · V.Deep
5B
16.25mm · Deep
1C
17.00mm · Medium
10
16.00mm · V.Deep
3D
16.30mm · Shallow
7
16.20mm · V.Deep
7EW
16.20mm · Shallow
10¾CW
15.75mm · Medium
10½EW
15.90mm · Shallow
Mega Tone 1
17.50mm · V.Deep
3E
16.30mm · Shallow
5MV
16.25mm · Deep
Mega Tone 5B
16.25mm · Deep
Marcinkiewicz (130)
E14B. Shew #1
16.81mm · Deep
A5
17.58mm · V.Deep
CH 13
16.31mm · V.Deep
E18E. Miyashiro
16.38mm · V.Deep
1S
17.35mm · V.Shallow
Claude Gordon 3 - CG3
17.32mm · V.Deep
E9.3R. Braun
16.38mm · Deep
G10SW
16.97mm · V.Deep
E12A. Vizzutti
17.02mm · Deep
10S
16.84mm · V.Deep
14S
16.31mm · V.Deep
307
17.20mm · Medium
A1
17.58mm · V.Shallow
1
17.35mm · V.Shallow
C1
17.20mm · V.Shallow
315
17.20mm · V.Deep
4 / 7C
17.20mm · Medium
8
16.84mm · Deep
B1
17.45mm · V.Shallow
B5
17.45mm · V.Deep
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trumpet mouthpieces — Bach or Marcinkiewicz?
Neither brand is universally better. Bach has 103 models and Marcinkiewicz has 130. 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 trumpet mouthpieces compare in size?
Bach averages 16.21mm cup diameter with 3.68mm throat. Marcinkiewicz averages 16.96mm cup diameter with 3.69mm throat.