Bach 1 vs GR Technologies 3MS
The Bach 1 has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 1 features a deeper cup.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Bach 1
• Trumpet
Cup depthVery deep
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
vs
Mouthpiece B
GR Technologies 3MS
• Trumpet
Cup depthMedium
Cup Depth
The Bach 1 has a very deep cup while the GR Technologies 3MS has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
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.