Bach 12E vs Giardinelli 1GM
The Giardinelli 1GM has a wider cup diameter, the Giardinelli 1GM features a deeper cup, the Giardinelli 1GM has a larger throat opening.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Bach 12E
• Trombone
Cup depthShallow
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Giardinelli 1GM
• Trombone
Cup depthDeep
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Depth
The Giardinelli 1GM has a deep cup while the Bach 12E has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
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.