Kelly 7C-UK vs Marcinkiewicz 10

The Marcinkiewicz 10 has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 10 features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz 10 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Kelly 7C-UK
    • Cornet
    General
    Cup diameter16.51 mm / 0.6500 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
    BackboreS
    Finish
    MaterialLexan polycarbonate
    Best suited for
    🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
    📋Comfortable music-industry standard
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz 10
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.84 mm / 0.6630 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

      Cup Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 10 has a cup diameter of 16.84 mm / 0.6630 in compared to 16.51 mm / 0.6500 in on the Kelly 7C-UK — a difference of 0.33 mm / 0.0130 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Marcinkiewicz 10 has a deep cup while the Kelly 7C-UK has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz 10 has a wider throat (3.73 mm / 0.1469 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Material

      The Kelly 7C-UK is described as Lexan polycarbonate, and the Marcinkiewicz 10 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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