Giardinelli vs Kelly French Horn Mouthpieces
Giardinelli offers 12 french horn mouthpieces (made in United States), while Kelly has 5 models (made in United States). On average, Giardinelli cups measure 17.58mm versus 17.17mm for Kelly. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Giardinelli
Models12
Avg cup17.58mm
Avg throat4.90mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Kelly
Models5
Avg cup17.17mm
Avg throat3.88mm
Common styleGeneral
CountryUnited States
Giardinelli vs Kelly — head-to-head comparisons
- Giardinelli C10 vs Kelly MC
- Giardinelli C10 vs Kelly MDC
- Giardinelli C10 vs Kelly 31
- Giardinelli C10 vs Kelly 11
- Giardinelli J4 vs Kelly MC
- Giardinelli J4 vs Kelly MDC
- Giardinelli J4 vs Kelly 31
- Giardinelli J4 vs Kelly 11
- Giardinelli C15 vs Kelly MC
- Giardinelli C15 vs Kelly MDC
- Giardinelli C15 vs Kelly 31
- Giardinelli C15 vs Kelly 11
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Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better french horn mouthpieces — Giardinelli or Kelly?
Neither brand is universally better. Giardinelli has 12 models and Kelly has 5. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Giardinelli and Kelly french horn mouthpieces compare in size?
Giardinelli averages 17.58mm cup diameter with 4.90mm throat. Kelly averages 17.17mm cup diameter with 3.88mm throat.