Giardinelli C12 vs Marcinkiewicz 7
The Marcinkiewicz 7 has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 7 has a larger throat opening.
The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.
Mouthpiece A
Giardinelli C12
• French Horn
Throat diameter4.80 mm / 0.1890 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Marcinkiewicz 7
• French Horn
Throat diameter5.11 mm / 0.2012 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Throat Diameter
The Marcinkiewicz 7 has a wider throat (5.11 mm / 0.2012 in vs 4.80 mm / 0.1890 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.