Which has a bigger cup — Bach 12E or Curry 7S?

The Curry 7S has a cup diameter of 24.74 mm / 0.9740 in compared to 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in on the Bach 12E — a difference of 0.24 mm / 0.0094 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bach 12E and Curry 7S?

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

Bach 12E vs Curry 7S

Name: Curry 7S
Brand: Curry

The Curry 7S has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 7S has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Bach 12E

• Trombone

Throat diameter5.85 mm / 0.2303 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Curry 7S

• Trombone

Throat diameter6.02 mm / 0.2370 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Throat Diameter

The Curry 7S has a wider throat (6.02 mm / 0.2370 in vs 5.85 mm / 0.2303 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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