Bach 4C vs Curry 4C

The Bach 4C has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 4C features a deeper cup, the Curry 4C has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 4C
    • Trombone
    Cup diameter25.75 mm / 1.0138 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter5.85 mm / 0.2303 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Curry 4C
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter25.73 mm / 1.0130 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter5.92 mm / 0.2330 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Bach 4C has a cup diameter of 25.75 mm / 1.0138 in compared to 25.73 mm / 1.0130 in on the Curry 4C — a difference of 0.02 mm / 0.0008 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 4C has a medium cup while the Bach 4C has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 4C has a wider throat (5.92 mm / 0.2330 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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