Which has a bigger cup — Giardinelli 10FL or Schilke 20F?

The Schilke 20F has a cup diameter of 17.78 mm / 0.7000 in compared to 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in on the Giardinelli 10FL — a difference of 1.78 mm / 0.0701 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Giardinelli 10FL and Schilke 20F?

The Giardinelli 10FL has a very deep cup while the Schilke 20F has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Giardinelli 10FL vs Schilke 20F

Name: Schilke 20F
Brand: Schilke

The Schilke 20F has a wider cup diameter, the Giardinelli 10FL features a deeper cup.

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

Giardinelli 10FL

• Flugelhorn

Throat diameter—

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 20F

• Flugelhorn

Throat diameter3.86 mm / 0.1520 in

Best suited for

📣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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Giardinelli 10FL vs Schilke 20F

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