Which has a bigger cup — Curry 11C or Giardinelli 6M?

The Giardinelli 6M has a cup diameter of 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in compared to 24.49 mm / 0.9640 in on the Curry 11C — a difference of 0.01 mm / 0.0006 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 11C and Giardinelli 6M?

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

Curry 11C vs Giardinelli 6M

Name: Giardinelli 6M
Brand: Giardinelli

The Giardinelli 6M has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 11C has a larger throat opening.

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

Base metal or construction (e.g. brass, stainless steel, plastic). Influences weight, response, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Curry 11C

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Giardinelli 6M

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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.

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Curry 11C vs Giardinelli 6M

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