Curry vs Giardinelli Trombone Mouthpieces
Curry offers 45 trombone mouthpieces (made in United States), while Giardinelli has 16 models (made in United States). On average, Curry cups measure 26.26mm versus 25.87mm for Giardinelli. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Curry
Models45
Avg cup26.26mm
Avg throat6.79mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Giardinelli
Models16
Avg cup25.87mm
Avg throat6.53mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Curry vs Giardinelli — head-to-head comparisons
- Curry 11S vs Giardinelli Sym. T
- Curry 11S vs Giardinelli 1GM
- Curry 11S vs Giardinelli 4M
- Curry 11S vs Giardinelli 2G
- Curry 12C vs Giardinelli Sym. T
- Curry 12C vs Giardinelli 1GM
- Curry 12C vs Giardinelli 4M
- Curry 12C vs Giardinelli 2G
- Curry 4M Small Shank vs Giardinelli Sym. T
- Curry 4M Small Shank vs Giardinelli 1GM
- Curry 4M Small Shank vs Giardinelli 4M
- Curry 4M Small Shank vs Giardinelli 2G
All models
Curry (45)
11S
24.49mm · Shallow
12C
24.23mm · Medium
4M Small Shank
25.73mm · Medium
5M Large Shank
25.55mm · Medium
1.25G Small Shank
28.19mm · Deep
1.5G Large Shank
28.02mm · Deep
11C
24.49mm · Medium
1G Large Shank
28.45mm · Deep
2D Small Shank
27.46mm · V.Deep
3M Small Shank
26.24mm · Medium
60X Large Shank
28.85mm · V.Deep
1.5G Small Shank
28.02mm · Deep
1.5M Large Shank
28.02mm · Medium
1D Large Shank
28.45mm · V.Deep
1G Small Shank
28.45mm · Deep
2D Large Shank
27.46mm · V.Deep
4M Large Shank
25.73mm · Medium
5D Small Shank
25.55mm · V.Deep
6D Large Shank
25.10mm · V.Deep
1.25G Large Shank
28.19mm · Deep
Giardinelli (16)
Sym. T
25.80mm · Deep
1GM
27.00mm · Deep
4M
25.40mm · Medium
2G
26.50mm · V.Deep
4D
25.40mm · Deep
1G
27.00mm · V.Deep
3D
26.30mm · Deep
3GM
26.00mm · Deep
3M
26.30mm · Medium
5M
25.00mm · Medium
3G
26.00mm · V.Deep
6D
24.50mm · Deep
6M
24.50mm · Medium
2GM
26.50mm · Deep
5D
25.00mm · Deep
Sym. B.
26.70mm · V.Deep
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trombone mouthpieces — Curry or Giardinelli?
Neither brand is universally better. Curry has 45 models and Giardinelli has 16. 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 Curry and Giardinelli trombone mouthpieces compare in size?
Curry averages 26.26mm cup diameter with 6.79mm throat. Giardinelli averages 25.87mm cup diameter with 6.53mm throat.