Bob Reeves vs Giardinelli Trumpet Mouthpieces
Bob Reeves offers 719 trumpet mouthpieces (made in United States), while Giardinelli has 41 models (made in United States). On average, Bob Reeves cups measure 16.74mm versus 16.52mm for Giardinelli. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bob Reeves
Models719
Avg cup16.74mm
Avg throat3.66mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Giardinelli
Models41
Avg cup16.52mm
Avg throat—
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Bob Reeves vs Giardinelli — head-to-head comparisons
- Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s vs Giardinelli 6S
- Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s vs Giardinelli 10S
- Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s vs Giardinelli 6M
- Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s vs Giardinelli 10M
- Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL vs Giardinelli 6S
- Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL vs Giardinelli 10S
- Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL vs Giardinelli 6M
- Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL vs Giardinelli 10M
- Bob Reeves 42/ES/692 vs Giardinelli 6S
- Bob Reeves 42/ES/692 vs Giardinelli 10S
- Bob Reeves 42/ES/692 vs Giardinelli 6M
- Bob Reeves 42/ES/692 vs Giardinelli 10M
All models
Bob Reeves (719)
42/SV/692s
16.67mm · Shallow
40/SV/692sL
15.88mm · Shallow
42/ES/692
16.67mm · V.Shallow
42/ES/692sL
16.67mm · V.Shallow
Piccolo 40/SV/692sL
15.88mm · Shallow
40/S/69
15.88mm · Shallow
42/S/692s
16.67mm · Shallow
Piccolo 43N/M/X
17.07mm · Medium
40/S/2
15.88mm · Shallow
Piccolo 42/ES/X
16.67mm · V.Shallow
Piccolo 43.5/SV/692
17.26mm · Shallow
40/SV/2
15.88mm · Shallow
41/S/2
16.27mm · Shallow
42/ES/s
16.67mm · V.Shallow
Piccolo 40/SV/X
15.88mm · Shallow
RP2
16.07mm · Shallow
40/M/s
15.88mm · Medium
42/B/69
16.67mm · V.Deep
42/ES/2
16.67mm · V.Shallow
42/S/69
16.67mm · Shallow
Giardinelli (41)
6S
16.70mm · Shallow
10S
16.00mm · Shallow
6M
16.70mm · Medium
10M
16.00mm · Medium
1B
17.50mm · V.Deep
10VS
16.00mm · Shallow
3VM
17.00mm · Medium
6B
16.70mm · V.Deep
6VM
16.70mm · Medium
1V
17.50mm · V.Deep
6V
16.70mm · V.Deep
6VS
16.70mm · Shallow
7B
16.50mm · V.Deep
7M
16.50mm · Medium
7S
16.50mm · Shallow
7V
16.50mm · V.Deep
7VM
16.50mm · Medium
10B
16.00mm · V.Deep
10C
16.00mm · Deep
10V
16.00mm · V.Deep
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trumpet mouthpieces — Bob Reeves or Giardinelli?
Neither brand is universally better. Bob Reeves has 719 models and Giardinelli has 41. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Bob Reeves and Giardinelli trumpet mouthpieces compare in size?
Bob Reeves averages 16.74mm cup diameter with 3.66mm throat. Giardinelli averages 16.52mm cup diameter with N/Amm throat.