Curry 3 C. vs Marcinkiewicz E2J. Michelou
The Marcinkiewicz E2J. Michelou has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 3 C. features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz E2J. Michelou has a larger throat opening.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Curry 3 C.
• Trumpet
Cup depthMedium
vs
Mouthpiece B
Marcinkiewicz E2J. Michelou
• Trumpet
Cup depthShallow
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Depth
The Curry 3 C. has a medium cup while the Marcinkiewicz E2J. Michelou has a shallow 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.