Which has a bigger cup — Giardinelli 5M or Schilke 47?

The Giardinelli 5M has a cup diameter of 25.00 mm / 0.9843 in compared to 24.99 mm / 0.9839 in on the Schilke 47 — a difference of 0.01 mm / 0.0004 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 47?

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

Giardinelli 5M vs Schilke 47

Name: Schilke 47
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

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Giardinelli 5M

• Trombone

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 47

• Trombone

Finish—

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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