Curry 1.5 DC vs Denis Wick 4B

The Curry 1.5 DC has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 1.5 DC features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 4B has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 1.5 DC
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter17.02 mm / 0.6700 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
      Denis Wick 4B
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width5.17 mm / 0.2035 in
      Throat diameter4.27 mm / 0.1681 in
      BackboreV-type
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1.5 DC has a cup diameter of 17.02 mm / 0.6700 in compared to 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in on the Denis Wick 4B — a difference of 0.52 mm / 0.0204 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 1.5 DC has a very deep cup while the Denis Wick 4B has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Denis Wick 4B has a wider throat (4.27 mm / 0.1681 in vs 3.81 mm / 0.1500 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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