Bob Reeves 43.5/S/s vs Curry 3 C.
The Bob Reeves 43.5/S/s has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 3 C. features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Bob Reeves 43.5/S/s
• Trumpet
Cup diameter17.26 mm / 0.6795 in
Cup depthShallow
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbores
Finish—
Material—
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 Bob Reeves 43.5/S/s has a cup diameter of 17.26 mm / 0.6795 in compared to 16.89 mm / 0.6650 in on the Curry 3 C. — a difference of 0.37 mm / 0.0145 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 43.5/S/s 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.