Bach 1½C vs Curry 2 P

The Bach 1½C has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 2 P has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 1½C
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Curry 2 P
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.97 mm / 0.6680 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.70 mm / 0.1455 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Bach 1½C has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.97 mm / 0.6680 in on the Curry 2 P — a difference of 0.03 mm / 0.0013 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 2 P has a wider throat (3.70 mm / 0.1455 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 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.

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