Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 3 or Giardinelli 10B?

The Denis Wick 3 has a cup diameter of 16.75 mm / 0.6594 in compared to 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in on the Giardinelli 10B — a difference of 0.75 mm / 0.0295 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 3 and Giardinelli 10B?

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

Denis Wick 3 vs Giardinelli 10B

Name: Giardinelli 10B
Brand: Giardinelli

The Denis Wick 3 has a wider cup diameter.

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

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 3

• Cornet

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Giardinelli 10B

• Cornet

Finish—

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.