Kelly MC vs Marcinkiewicz CH R 15S

The Marcinkiewicz CH R 15S has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz CH R 15S has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Kelly MC
    • French Horn
    General
    Cup diameter16.76 mm / 0.6598 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.80 mm / 0.1496 in
    BackboreM
    Finish
    MaterialLexan polycarbonate
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    📋All-purpose French horn
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz CH R 15S
      • French Horn
      Cup diameter17.42 mm / 0.6858 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.57 mm / 0.1799 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 CH R 15S has a cup diameter of 17.42 mm / 0.6858 in compared to 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in on the Kelly MC — a difference of 0.66 mm / 0.0260 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Marcinkiewicz CH R 15S has a wider throat (4.57 mm / 0.1799 in vs 3.80 mm / 0.1496 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Material

      The Kelly MC is described as Lexan polycarbonate, and the Marcinkiewicz CH R 15S 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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