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

The Giardinelli 3B has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.75 mm / 0.6594 in on the Denis Wick 3 — a difference of 0.25 mm / 0.0098 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 3B?

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

Denis Wick 3 vs Giardinelli 3B

Name: Giardinelli 3B
Brand: Giardinelli

The Giardinelli 3B has a wider cup diameter.

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

The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 3

• Cornet

Throat diameter4.57 mm / 0.1799 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Giardinelli 3B

• Cornet

Throat diameter—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

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 3 vs Giardinelli 3B

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