Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick RW3FL or Giardinelli 17FL?

The Denis Wick RW3FL has a cup diameter of 16.75 mm / 0.6594 in compared to 15.00 mm / 0.5906 in on the Giardinelli 17FL — a difference of 1.75 mm / 0.0689 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick RW3FL and Giardinelli 17FL?

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

Denis Wick RW3FL vs Giardinelli 17FL

Name: Giardinelli 17FL
Brand: Giardinelli

The Denis Wick RW3FL 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 RW3FL

• Flugelhorn

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Giardinelli 17FL

• Flugelhorn

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.