Curry 1.25 BBC vs Curry 10.5 BBC

The Curry 1.25 BBC has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 1.25 BBC
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter17.07 mm / 0.6720 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.06 mm / 0.1600 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Curry 10.5 BBC
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter15.88 mm / 0.6250 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.06 mm / 0.1600 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1.25 BBC has a cup diameter of 17.07 mm / 0.6720 in compared to 15.88 mm / 0.6250 in on the Curry 10.5 BBC — a difference of 1.19 mm / 0.0470 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 4.06 mm / 0.1600 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      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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