Which has a bigger cup — Bach Mega Tone Flugel 1½C or Curry 1.5 FL?

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.

How does cup depth compare between Bach Mega Tone Flugel 1½C and Curry 1.5 FL?

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

Bach Mega Tone Flugel 1½C vs Curry 1.5 FL

Name: Curry 1.5 FL
Brand: Curry

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

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Bach Mega Tone Flugel 1½C

• Flugelhorn

Backbore—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Curry 1.5 FL

• Flugelhorn

Backbore—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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Bach Mega Tone Flugel 1½C vs Curry 1.5 FL

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