Giardinelli vs Marcinkiewicz Trumpet Mouthpieces
Giardinelli offers 41 trumpet mouthpieces (made in United States), while Marcinkiewicz has 130 models (made in United States). On average, Giardinelli cups measure 16.52mm versus 16.96mm for Marcinkiewicz. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Giardinelli
Models41
Avg cup16.52mm
Avg throat—
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Marcinkiewicz
Models130
Avg cup16.96mm
Avg throat3.69mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Giardinelli vs Marcinkiewicz — head-to-head comparisons
- Giardinelli 6S vs Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1
- Giardinelli 6S vs Marcinkiewicz CH 13
- Giardinelli 6S vs Marcinkiewicz E18E. Miyashiro
- Giardinelli 6S vs Marcinkiewicz A5
- Giardinelli 10S vs Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1
- Giardinelli 10S vs Marcinkiewicz CH 13
- Giardinelli 10S vs Marcinkiewicz E18E. Miyashiro
- Giardinelli 10S vs Marcinkiewicz A5
- Giardinelli 6M vs Marcinkiewicz E14B. Shew #1
- Giardinelli 6M vs Marcinkiewicz CH 13
- Giardinelli 6M vs Marcinkiewicz E18E. Miyashiro
- Giardinelli 6M vs Marcinkiewicz A5
All models
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
Marcinkiewicz (130)
E14B. Shew #1
16.81mm · Deep
CH 13
16.31mm · V.Deep
E18E. Miyashiro
16.38mm · V.Deep
A5
17.58mm · V.Deep
CH 1 / 5B
17.35mm · V.Shallow
E9.3R. Braun
16.38mm · Deep
1
17.35mm · V.Shallow
E12A. Vizzutti
17.02mm · Deep
G10SW
16.97mm · V.Deep
1S
17.35mm · V.Shallow
307
17.20mm · Medium
CH 0
17.73mm · V.Shallow
Claude Gordon 3 - CG3
17.32mm · V.Deep
10S
16.84mm · V.Deep
B1
17.45mm · V.Shallow
C1
17.20mm · V.Shallow
A1
17.58mm · V.Shallow
14S
16.31mm · V.Deep
301
17.20mm · V.Shallow
8
16.84mm · Deep
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trumpet mouthpieces — Giardinelli or Marcinkiewicz?
Neither brand is universally better. Giardinelli has 41 models and Marcinkiewicz has 130. 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 Giardinelli and Marcinkiewicz trumpet mouthpieces compare in size?
Giardinelli averages 16.52mm cup diameter with N/Amm throat. Marcinkiewicz averages 16.96mm cup diameter with 3.69mm throat.