Curry 1.25 DC vs Yamaha CR-11A4L

The Curry 1.25 DC has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 1.25 DC features a deeper cup, 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
      Yamaha CR-11A4L
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter15.99 mm / 0.6295 in
      Cup depthVery shallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.65 mm / 0.1437 in
      BackboreSemi-narrow
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1.25 DC has a cup diameter of 17.07 mm / 0.6720 in compared to 15.99 mm / 0.6295 in on the Yamaha CR-11A4L — a difference of 1.08 mm / 0.0425 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 1.25 DC has a very deep cup while the Yamaha CR-11A4L has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 1.25 DC has a wider throat (3.81 mm / 0.1500 in vs 3.65 mm / 0.1437 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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