Giardinelli 6M vs Schilke 13A4a
The Schilke 13A4a has a wider cup diameter, the Giardinelli 6M features a deeper cup.
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
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Mouthpiece B
Schilke 13A4a
• Trumpet
Cup diameter16.76 mm / 0.6598 in
Cup depthShallow
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
Backbore27
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
The Schilke 13A4a has a cup diameter of 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in compared to 16.70 mm / 0.6575 in on the Giardinelli 6M — a difference of 0.06 mm / 0.0024 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Giardinelli 6M has a medium cup while the Schilke 13A4a has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
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.