Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 2AL or Giardinelli Sym. B.?

The Denis Wick 2AL has a cup diameter of 27.00 mm / 1.0630 in compared to 26.70 mm / 1.0512 in on the Giardinelli Sym. B. — a difference of 0.30 mm / 0.0118 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 2AL and Giardinelli Sym. B.?

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

Denis Wick 2AL vs Giardinelli Sym. B.

Name: Giardinelli Sym. B.
Brand: Giardinelli

The Denis Wick 2AL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 2AL has a larger throat opening.

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

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 2AL

• Trombone

Rim width6.73 mm / 0.2650 in

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Giardinelli Sym. B.

• Trombone

Rim width—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣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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Denis Wick 2AL vs Giardinelli Sym. B.

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