Giardinelli 6M vs Giardinelli 6VM
Both mouthpieces share similar core dimensions — the differences are in the details.
Mouthpiece A
Giardinelli 6M
• Trumpet
Cup diameter16.70 mm / 0.6575 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
vs
Mouthpiece B
Giardinelli 6VM
• Trumpet
Cup diameter16.70 mm / 0.6575 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 16.70 mm / 0.6575 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
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.