Bach Mega Tone Flugel 1½C vs Curry 1.5 FL

The Curry 1.5 FL has a wider cup diameter, the Bach Mega Tone Flugel 1½C has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach Mega Tone Flugel 1½C
    • Flugelhorn
    Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.04 mm / 0.1591 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Curry 1.5 FL
      • Flugelhorn
      Cup diameter17.02 mm / 0.6700 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.01 mm / 0.1580 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1.5 FL has a cup diameter of 17.02 mm / 0.6700 in compared to 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in on the Bach Mega Tone Flugel 1½C — a difference of 0.02 mm / 0.0007 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Bach Mega Tone Flugel 1½C has a wider throat (4.04 mm / 0.1591 in vs 4.01 mm / 0.1580 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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