Kelly 4B-UK vs Kelly 6V

The Kelly 4B-UK has a wider cup diameter, the Kelly 6V features a deeper cup, the Kelly 4B-UK has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Kelly 4B-UK
    • Cornet
    Orchestral
    Cup diameter16.51 mm / 0.6500 in
    Cup depth
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.37 mm / 0.1720 in
    BackboreXL
    Finish
    MaterialLexan polycarbonate
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    📋Professional cornet; British brass band
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Kelly 6V
      • Cornet
      Dark/Deep
      Cup diameter16.00 mm / 0.6299 in
      Cup depth
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.06 mm / 0.1598 in
      BackboreL
      Finish
      MaterialLexan polycarbonate
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
      📋Deep V-cup to fill out cornet sound

      Cup Diameter

      The Kelly 4B-UK has a cup diameter of 16.51 mm / 0.6500 in compared to 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in on the Kelly 6V — a difference of 0.51 mm / 0.0201 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Kelly 6V has a — cup while the Kelly 4B-UK has a — cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Kelly 4B-UK has a wider throat (4.37 mm / 0.1720 in vs 4.06 mm / 0.1598 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Material

      Both mouthpieces share the same listed material (Lexan polycarbonate).

      Which is better?

      The Kelly 4B-UK is designed for orchestral playing, while the Kelly 6V targets dark/deep use. Your best choice depends on your musical context.

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