Curry 9F vs Marcinkiewicz 9

The Marcinkiewicz 9 has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 9 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 9F
    • French Horn
    Cup diameter17.53 mm / 0.6900 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.57 mm / 0.1800 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz 9
      • French Horn
      Cup diameter17.58 mm / 0.6921 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.98 mm / 0.1961 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 9 has a cup diameter of 17.58 mm / 0.6921 in compared to 17.53 mm / 0.6900 in on the Curry 9F — a difference of 0.05 mm / 0.0021 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

      Throat Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 9 has a wider throat (4.98 mm / 0.1961 in vs 4.57 mm / 0.1800 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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