Curry 2 BBC vs Monette Cornet C4LVS

The Curry 2 BBC has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 2 BBC features a deeper cup, the Curry 2 BBC has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 2 BBC
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter16.97 mm / 0.6680 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
      Monette Cornet C4LVS
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.20 mm / 0.6378 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 2 BBC has a cup diameter of 16.97 mm / 0.6680 in compared to 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in on the Monette Cornet C4LVS — a difference of 0.77 mm / 0.0302 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 2 BBC has a very deep cup while the Monette Cornet C4LVS has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 2 BBC has a wider throat (4.06 mm / 0.1600 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 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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