Curry vs Giardinelli French Horn Mouthpieces
Curry offers 6 french horn mouthpieces (made in United States), while Giardinelli has 12 models (made in United States). On average, Curry cups measure 17.02mm versus 17.58mm for Giardinelli. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Curry
Models6
Avg cup17.02mm
Avg throat4.56mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
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Giardinelli
Models12
Avg cup17.58mm
Avg throat4.90mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Curry vs Giardinelli — head-to-head comparisons
- Curry 5 vs Giardinelli C10
- Curry 5 vs Giardinelli J4
- Curry 5 vs Giardinelli S14
- Curry 5 vs Giardinelli C15
- Curry 5F vs Giardinelli C10
- Curry 5F vs Giardinelli J4
- Curry 5F vs Giardinelli S14
- Curry 5F vs Giardinelli C15
- Curry 7F vs Giardinelli C10
- Curry 7F vs Giardinelli J4
- Curry 7F vs Giardinelli S14
- Curry 7F vs Giardinelli C15
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Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better french horn mouthpieces — Curry or Giardinelli?
Neither brand is universally better. Curry has 6 models and Giardinelli has 12. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Curry and Giardinelli french horn mouthpieces compare in size?
Curry averages 17.02mm cup diameter with 4.56mm throat. Giardinelli averages 17.58mm cup diameter with 4.90mm throat.