Giardinelli 4M vs Monette TS6 S1
the Monette TS6 S1 has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Giardinelli 4M
• Baritone / Euphonium
Cup diameter25.40 mm / 1.0000 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter6.40 mm / 0.2520 in
Backbore1/4" (.250)
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Monette TS6 S1
• Baritone / Euphonium
Cup diameter25.40 mm / 1.0000 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter6.63 mm / 0.2610 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 25.40 mm / 1.0000 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Monette TS6 S1 has a wider throat (6.63 mm / 0.2610 in vs 6.40 mm / 0.2520 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.
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.