Marcinkiewicz CH 17S vs Marcinkiewicz CH R 17S
Both mouthpieces share similar core dimensions — the differences are in the details.
Mouthpiece A
Marcinkiewicz CH 17S
• French Horn
Cup diameter17.42 mm / 0.6858 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter4.39 mm / 0.1728 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
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Mouthpiece B
Marcinkiewicz CH R 17S
• French Horn
Cup diameter17.42 mm / 0.6858 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter4.39 mm / 0.1728 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 17.42 mm / 0.6858 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a very deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
Throat diameters are essentially identical at 4.39 mm / 0.1728 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.
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.