Which has a bigger cup — Bach 5C or Curry 20M?

The Bach 5C has a cup diameter of 16.25 mm / 0.6398 in compared to 15.75 mm / 0.6200 in on the Curry 20M — a difference of 0.50 mm / 0.0198 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

Bach 5C vs Curry 20M

Name: Curry 20M
Brand: Curry

The Bach 5C has a wider cup diameter.

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

How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).

Mouthpiece A

Bach 5C

• Trumpet

Cup depthMedium

Best suited for

🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

Mouthpiece B

Curry 20M

• Trumpet

Cup depthMedium

Cup Depth

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

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.