Kelly MC vs Marcinkiewicz 15

The Marcinkiewicz 15 has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 15 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 15
      • 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 15 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 15 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 15 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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