Curry 1.25 DC vs Monette Cornet AP4SLD S7

The Curry 1.25 DC has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 1.25 DC has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 1.25 DC
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter17.07 mm / 0.6720 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.81 mm / 0.1500 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 AP4SLD S7
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.20 mm / 0.6378 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1.25 DC has a cup diameter of 17.07 mm / 0.6720 in compared to 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in on the Monette Cornet AP4SLD S7 — a difference of 0.87 mm / 0.0342 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

      The Curry 1.25 DC has a wider throat (3.81 mm / 0.1500 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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