Which has a bigger cup — Bach 1E or Curry 70S?

The Curry 70S has a cup diameter of 17.02 mm / 0.6700 in compared to 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in on the Bach 1E — a difference of 0.02 mm / 0.0007 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bach 1E and Curry 70S?

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

Bach 1E vs Curry 70S

Name: Curry 70S
Brand: Curry

The Curry 70S has a wider cup diameter.

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

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Bach 1E

• Trumpet

Rim width—

Mouthpiece B

Curry 70S

• Trumpet

Rim width—

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.