Which has a bigger cup — Bob Reeves 41/B/2 or Giardinelli 10B?

The Bob Reeves 41/B/2 has a cup diameter of 16.27 mm / 0.6406 in compared to 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in on the Giardinelli 10B — a difference of 0.27 mm / 0.0106 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bob Reeves 41/B/2 and Giardinelli 10B?

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

Bob Reeves 41/B/2 vs Giardinelli 10B

Name: Giardinelli 10B
Brand: Giardinelli

The Bob Reeves 41/B/2 has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Bob Reeves 41/B/2

• Cornet

Backbore2

Mouthpiece B

Giardinelli 10B

• Cornet

Backbore—

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.