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.
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.