Bach 1B vs Curry 1H BBC

The Curry 1H BBC has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 1H BBC features a deeper cup, the Curry 1H BBC has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 1B
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Curry 1H BBC
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter17.37 mm / 0.6840 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.06 mm / 0.1600 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1H BBC has a cup diameter of 17.37 mm / 0.6840 in compared to 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in on the Bach 1B — a difference of 0.37 mm / 0.0147 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 1H BBC has a very deep cup while the Bach 1B has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 1H BBC has a wider throat (4.06 mm / 0.1600 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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