Which has a bigger cup — Giardinelli 5D or Marcinkiewicz 12?

The Marcinkiewicz 12 has a cup diameter of 25.10 mm / 0.9882 in compared to 25.00 mm / 0.9843 in on the Giardinelli 5D — a difference of 0.10 mm / 0.0039 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Giardinelli 5D and Marcinkiewicz 12?

Both mouthpieces share a deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Giardinelli 5D vs Marcinkiewicz 12

Name: Marcinkiewicz 12
Brand: Marcinkiewicz

The Marcinkiewicz 12 has a wider cup diameter, the Giardinelli 5D has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

Base metal or construction (e.g. brass, stainless steel, plastic). Influences weight, response, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Giardinelli 5D

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Marcinkiewicz 12

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣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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