Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL vs Curry 3 C.

The Curry 3 C. has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 3 C. features a deeper cup.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter15.88 mm / 0.6252 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter
    Backbore692sL
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Curry 3 C.
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.89 mm / 0.6650 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.70 mm / 0.1455 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 3 C. has a cup diameter of 16.89 mm / 0.6650 in compared to 15.88 mm / 0.6252 in on the Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL — a difference of 1.01 mm / 0.0398 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 3 C. has a medium cup while the Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      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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