Giardinelli 25 vs Schilke 67
The Giardinelli 25 has a wider cup diameter, the Giardinelli 25 features a deeper cup, the Giardinelli 25 has a larger throat opening.
The internal diameter of the cup, measured at the widest point inside the rim.
Mouthpiece A
Giardinelli 25
• Tuba
Cup diameter32.60 mm / 1.2835 in
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Schilke 67
• Tuba
Cup diameter32.41 mm / 1.2760 in
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
The Giardinelli 25 has a cup diameter of 32.60 mm / 1.2835 in compared to 32.41 mm / 1.2760 in on the Schilke 67 — a difference of 0.19 mm / 0.0075 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
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.