Giardinelli vs Monette Trumpet Mouthpieces
Giardinelli offers 41 trumpet mouthpieces (made in United States), while Monette has 1432 models (made in United States). On average, Giardinelli cups measure 16.52mm versus 16.56mm for Monette. 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
Monette
Models1432
Avg cup16.56mm
Avg throat3.66mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Giardinelli vs Monette — head-to-head comparisons
- Giardinelli 6S vs Monette Unity D7-7
- Giardinelli 6S vs Monette Unity E4-7
- Giardinelli 6S vs Monette B4S S2
- Giardinelli 6S vs Monette B3 S3
- Giardinelli 10S vs Monette Unity D7-7
- Giardinelli 10S vs Monette Unity E4-7
- Giardinelli 10S vs Monette B4S S2
- Giardinelli 10S vs Monette B3 S3
- Giardinelli 6M vs Monette Unity D7-7
- Giardinelli 6M vs Monette Unity E4-7
- Giardinelli 6M vs Monette B4S S2
- Giardinelli 6M vs Monette B3 S3
All models
Giardinelli (41)
6S
16.70mm · Shallow
10S
16.00mm · Shallow
6M
16.70mm · Medium
10M
16.00mm · Medium
10VS
16.00mm · Shallow
1B
17.50mm · V.Deep
3VM
17.00mm · Medium
6VM
16.70mm · Medium
17M
15.00mm · Medium
7S
16.50mm · Shallow
10B
16.00mm · V.Deep
10C
16.00mm · Deep
10V
16.00mm · V.Deep
12C
15.50mm · Deep
17S
15.00mm · Shallow
1M
17.50mm · Medium
1VM
17.50mm · Medium
1VS
17.50mm · Shallow
3V
17.00mm · V.Deep
3VS
17.00mm · Shallow
Monette (1432)
Unity D7-7
16.20mm · Medium
Unity E4-7
16.20mm · Medium
B4S S2
16.20mm · Shallow
B3 S3
16.30mm · Medium
Unity D4-7
16.20mm · Medium
Tradition PLUS 6
16.20mm · Medium
Vintage D4 FL
16.20mm · Deep
AP4-7 Rim
16.20mm · Medium
Unity BP1-1L
17.00mm · Medium
Unity E2-7
17.00mm · Medium
Vintage E4LD/2S3
16.20mm · Medium
AP1-1D
17.00mm · Medium
B1-5 Rim
17.00mm · Medium
Unity B3
16.30mm · Medium
Unity BP4-7
16.20mm · Medium
Vintage B4 rim
16.20mm · Medium
Vintage original E1-5M
17.00mm · Medium
AP1-5 S3
17.00mm · Medium
B2L S1
17.00mm · V.Shallow
D1-4 FL
17.00mm · Deep
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trumpet mouthpieces — Giardinelli or Monette?
Neither brand is universally better. Giardinelli has 41 models and Monette has 1432. 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 Monette trumpet mouthpieces compare in size?
Giardinelli averages 16.52mm cup diameter with N/Amm throat. Monette averages 16.56mm cup diameter with 3.66mm throat.