Which has a bigger cup — Giardinelli 6M or Schilke 38D?

The Giardinelli 6M has a cup diameter of 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in compared to 19.73 mm / 0.7768 in on the Schilke 38D — a difference of 4.77 mm / 0.1878 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Giardinelli 6M and Schilke 38D?

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

Giardinelli 6M vs Schilke 38D

Name: Schilke 38D
Brand: Schilke

The Giardinelli 6M has a wider cup diameter.

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

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Giardinelli 6M

• Baritone / Euphonium

Backbore.228"

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 38D

• Baritone / Euphonium

Backbore—

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.