Kelly 6-1/2AL-LS-SS vs Marcinkiewicz 11

The Marcinkiewicz 11 has a wider cup diameter, the Kelly 6-1/2AL-LS-SS features a deeper cup.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Kelly 6-1/2AL-LS-SS
    • Trombone
    General
    Cup diameter25.15 mm / 0.9902 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter
    BackboreM
    Finish
    Material316 Surgical Stainless Steel
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📋Standard large-shank trombone / euphonium
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz 11
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter25.40 mm / 1.0000 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter5.94 mm / 0.2339 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 11 has a cup diameter of 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in compared to 25.15 mm / 0.9902 in on the Kelly 6-1/2AL-LS-SS — a difference of 0.25 mm / 0.0098 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Kelly 6-1/2AL-LS-SS has a very deep cup while the Marcinkiewicz 11 has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Material

      The Kelly 6-1/2AL-LS-SS is described as 316 Surgical Stainless Steel, and the Marcinkiewicz 11 as unspecified. Material affects mass, warmth, and how quickly the piece responds.

      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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