Giardinelli 1V vs Marcinkiewicz 8
The Giardinelli 1V has a wider cup diameter, the Giardinelli 1V features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Giardinelli 1V
• Cornet
Cup diameter17.50 mm / 0.6890 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
vs
Mouthpiece B
Marcinkiewicz 8
• Cornet
Cup diameter16.84 mm / 0.6630 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
Cup Diameter
The Giardinelli 1V has a cup diameter of 17.50 mm / 0.6890 in compared to 16.84 mm / 0.6630 in on the Marcinkiewicz 8 — a difference of 0.66 mm / 0.0260 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Giardinelli 1V has a very deep cup while the Marcinkiewicz 8 has a deep 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.