Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 2FL or Giardinelli 17FL?

The Denis Wick 2FL has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 15.00 mm / 0.5906 in on the Giardinelli 17FL — a difference of 2.00 mm / 0.0787 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 2FL and Giardinelli 17FL?

Both mouthpieces share a very deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Denis Wick 2FL vs Giardinelli 17FL

Name: Giardinelli 17FL
Brand: Giardinelli

The Denis Wick 2FL has a wider cup diameter.

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

Denis Wick 2FL

• Flugelhorn

Backboreopen

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Giardinelli 17FL

• Flugelhorn

Backbore—

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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Denis Wick 2FL vs Giardinelli 17FL

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