Which has a bigger cup — Giardinelli 5M or Schilke 45B?

The Giardinelli 5M has a cup diameter of 25.00 mm / 0.9843 in compared to 24.30 mm / 0.9567 in on the Schilke 45B — a difference of 0.70 mm / 0.0276 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Giardinelli 5M and Schilke 45B?

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

Giardinelli 5M vs Schilke 45B

Name: Schilke 45B
Brand: Schilke

The Giardinelli 5M has a wider cup diameter, the Giardinelli 5M 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 5M

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 45B

• Trombone

Material—

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 5M vs Schilke 45B

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