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Marcinkiewicz 8H-S vs Yamaha BL-60L

The Yamaha BL-60L has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha BL-60L features a deeper cup, the Yamaha BL-60L has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.
Mouthpiece A
    Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
    • Trombone
    Throat diameter6.76 mm / 0.2661 in
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha BL-60L
      • Trombone
      Throat diameter8.10 mm / 0.3189 in
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Throat Diameter

      The Yamaha BL-60L has a wider throat (8.10 mm / 0.3189 in vs 6.76 mm / 0.2661 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      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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