Which has a bigger cup — Curry 10.5 BBC or Curry 8.5 BBC?

The Curry 8.5 BBC has a cup diameter of 16.23 mm / 0.6390 in compared to 15.88 mm / 0.6250 in on the Curry 10.5 BBC — a difference of 0.36 mm / 0.0140 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 10.5 BBC and Curry 8.5 BBC?

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

Curry 10.5 BBC vs Curry 8.5 BBC

Name: Curry 8.5 BBC
Brand: Curry

The Curry 8.5 BBC has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Curry 10.5 BBC

• Cornet

Throat diameter4.06 mm / 0.1600 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Curry 8.5 BBC

• Cornet

Throat diameter4.06 mm / 0.1600 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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Curry 10.5 BBC vs Curry 8.5 BBC

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