Which has a bigger cup — Giardinelli Sym. T or Schilke 60?

The Schilke 60 has a cup diameter of 29.03 mm / 1.1429 in compared to 25.80 mm / 1.0157 in on the Giardinelli Sym. T — a difference of 3.23 mm / 0.1272 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Giardinelli Sym. T and Schilke 60?

The Giardinelli Sym. T has a deep cup while the Schilke 60 has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Giardinelli Sym. T vs Schilke 60

Name: Schilke 60
Brand: Schilke

The Schilke 60 has a wider cup diameter, the Giardinelli Sym. T features a deeper cup, the Schilke 60 has a larger throat opening.

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 Sym. T

• Trombone

Backbore1/4 (.250)"

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 60

• Trombone

Backbore5/16.3125"

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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Giardinelli Sym. T vs Schilke 60

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