Giardinelli 7B vs Giardinelli 7V
Both mouthpieces share similar core dimensions — the differences are in the details.
Mouthpiece A
Giardinelli 7B
• Cornet
Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
vs
Mouthpiece B
Giardinelli 7V
• Cornet
Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a very deep 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.