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Denis Wick 2AL vs Giardinelli 1G

the Denis Wick 2AL has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Denis Wick 2AL
    • Trombone
    Cup diameter27.00 mm / 1.0630 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width6.73 mm / 0.2650 in
    Throat diameter7.24 mm / 0.2850 in
    Backborebarrel
    Finish—
    Material—
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Giardinelli 1G
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter27.00 mm / 1.0630 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width—
      Throat diameter7.15 mm / 0.2815 in
      Backbore18/64 (.281)"
      Finish—
      Material—
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 27.00 mm / 1.0630 in.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Denis Wick 2AL has a wider throat (7.24 mm / 0.2850 in vs 7.15 mm / 0.2815 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      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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