Which has a bigger cup — Bach 12E or Marcinkiewicz 12?

The Marcinkiewicz 12 has a cup diameter of 25.10 mm / 0.9882 in compared to 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in on the Bach 12E — a difference of 0.60 mm / 0.0236 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bach 12E and Marcinkiewicz 12?

The Marcinkiewicz 12 has a deep cup while the Bach 12E has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Bach 12E vs Marcinkiewicz 12

Name: Marcinkiewicz 12
Brand: Marcinkiewicz

The Marcinkiewicz 12 has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 12 features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz 12 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Bach 12E

• Trombone

Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Marcinkiewicz 12

• Trombone

Rim width—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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