Bruno Tilz 210-S 4 E vs Curry 1 FL

The Curry 1 FL has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 1 FL features a deeper cup, the Curry 1 FL has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bruno Tilz 210-S 4 E
    • Flugelhorn
    Catalog
    Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.50 mm / 0.1378 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Curry 1 FL
      • Flugelhorn
      Cup diameter17.27 mm / 0.6800 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 FL has a cup diameter of 17.27 mm / 0.6800 in compared to 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in on the Bruno Tilz 210-S 4 E — a difference of 0.77 mm / 0.0304 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 1 FL has a medium cup while the Bruno Tilz 210-S 4 E has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 1 FL has a wider throat (4.01 mm / 0.1580 in vs 3.50 mm / 0.1378 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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