Bach 24W vs Curry 130D

The Curry 130D has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 130D features a deeper cup, the Bach 24W has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 24W
    • Tuba
    Cup diameter31.25 mm / 1.2303 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter9.00 mm / 0.3543 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Curry 130D
      • Tuba
      Cup diameter33.02 mm / 1.3000 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter8.23 mm / 0.3240 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 130D has a cup diameter of 33.02 mm / 1.3000 in compared to 31.25 mm / 1.2303 in on the Bach 24W — a difference of 1.77 mm / 0.0697 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 130D has a very deep cup while the Bach 24W has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bach 24W has a wider throat (9.00 mm / 0.3543 in vs 8.23 mm / 0.3240 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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