Bob Reeves Piccolo 42/M/2 vs Giardinelli 6VM
The Giardinelli 6VM has a wider cup diameter.
Mouthpiece A
Bob Reeves Piccolo 42/M/2
• Trumpet
Cup diameter16.67 mm / 0.6563 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore2
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
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Mouthpiece B
Giardinelli 6VM
• Trumpet
Cup diameter16.70 mm / 0.6575 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
Cup Diameter
The Giardinelli 6VM has a cup diameter of 16.70 mm / 0.6575 in compared to 16.67 mm / 0.6563 in on the Bob Reeves Piccolo 42/M/2 — a difference of 0.03 mm / 0.0012 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
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.