Giardinelli 17C vs Schilke 13A4a
The Schilke 13A4a has a wider cup diameter, the Giardinelli 17C features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Giardinelli 17C
• Trumpet
Cup diameter15.00 mm / 0.5906 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
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Mouthpiece B
Schilke 13A4a
• Trumpet
Cup diameter16.76 mm / 0.6598 in
Cup depthShallow
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
Backbore27
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
The Schilke 13A4a has a cup diameter of 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in compared to 15.00 mm / 0.5906 in on the Giardinelli 17C — a difference of 1.76 mm / 0.0693 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Giardinelli 17C has a deep cup while the Schilke 13A4a has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
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.