The Parduba Trumpet Mouthpiece range is built around John Parduba’s patented Double‑Cup design, a groundbreaking innovation introduced in 1935 that forever changed trumpet mouthpiece design. Unlike conventional single‑cup mouthpieces, the Parduba Double‑Cup incorporates two internal chambers: a shallow upper cup to enhance efficiency and ease in the upper register, and a deeper lower cup that preserves fullness, projection, and tonal stability in the middle and low registers.
This unique construction allows trumpet players to achieve greater range and endurance with less physical effort, while maintaining a rich, centered tone. The shallow upper cup improves articulation and high‑note response, while the lower chamber prevents the thin or brittle sound often associated with shallow lead mouthpieces. As a result, Parduba mouthpieces have long been favored by lead players, soloists, and crossover musicians who need brilliance without sacrificing body or control.
Parduba trumpet mouthpieces are available in sizes 0 through 8, with higher numbers indicating larger cup diameters. Many sizes are also available in half sizes (such as 6.5 or 5.5) for finer adjustment. Because Parduba has focused exclusively on mouthpiece manufacturing since the mid‑20th century, each model reflects nearly 100 years of specialized craftsmanship rooted in performance‑driven design rather than mass production.
Specifications
- Model Number: 8
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- Cup Diameter: 17.45mm
- Cup Depth: 14.83mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Broad, open feel with maximum body and volume; strong projection and fullness.
- Model Number: 7
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- Cup Diameter: 16.89mm
- Cup Depth: 14.27mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Large, warm core with strong presence; great for a big, resonant sound concept.
- Model Number: 6.5
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- Cup Diameter: 16.71mm
- Cup Depth: 13.61mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Balanced breadth and focus; slightly quicker response than 7 with a darker lean.
- Model Number: 6
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- Cup Diameter: 16.46mm
- Cup Depth: 13.36mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Centered slots and dependable projection; versatile tone for mixed styles.
- Model Number: 5.5
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- Cup Diameter: 15.52mm
- Cup Depth: 12.60mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Balanced resistance and clarity; controlled brilliance without thinning out.
- Model Number: 5
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- Cup Diameter: 15.85mm
- Cup Depth: 12.60mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Full, flexible “all‑around” feel; solid core and projection for many players.
- Model Number: 4.5
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- Cup Diameter: 15.65mm
- Cup Depth: 12.17mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Faster response and added focus; efficient feel without going overly small.
- Model Number: 4
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- Cup Diameter: 15.34mm
- Cup Depth: 11.86mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Compact, focused response with crisp articulation; brighter-leaning efficiency.
- Model Number: 3.5
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- Cup Diameter: 14.81mm
- Cup Depth: 11.30mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Highly efficient and quick; strong focus and endurance for lead/section work.
- Model Number: 3
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- Cup Diameter: 14.68mm
- Cup Depth: 11.33mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Tight, centered feel with clear articulation; strong control and “point” to the sound.
- Model Number: 2.5
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- Cup Diameter: 15.04mm
- Cup Depth: 10.90mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Shallow‑leaning efficiency; quick response and brighter edge for upper‑range support.
- Model Number: 2
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- Cup Diameter: 14.48mm
- Cup Depth: 9.75mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Very quick and focused; strong high‑range support with a lean, projecting core.
- Model Number: 1
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- Cup Diameter: 14.38mm
- Cup Depth: 10.57mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Small feel with clean attacks; maximum efficiency and controlled response.
- Model Number: 0
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- Cup Diameter: 14.27mm
- Cup Depth: 9.53mm
- Intended Response/Tonal Profile: Smallest/most efficient; very fast response and precise control for specialized use.
