Curry 2 VC vs Kelly 6V

The Curry 2 VC has a wider cup diameter, the Kelly 6V features a deeper cup, the Curry 2 VC has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 2 VC
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter16.97 mm / 0.6680 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter4.31 mm / 0.1697 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
      Kelly 6V
      • Cornet
      Dark/Deep
      Cup diameter16.00 mm / 0.6299 in
      Cup depth
      Rim width
      Throat diameter4.06 mm / 0.1598 in
      BackboreL
      Finish
      MaterialLexan polycarbonate
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
      📋Deep V-cup to fill out cornet sound

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 2 VC has a cup diameter of 16.97 mm / 0.6680 in compared to 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in on the Kelly 6V — a difference of 0.97 mm / 0.0381 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Kelly 6V has a — cup while the Curry 2 VC has a very deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 2 VC has a wider throat (4.31 mm / 0.1697 in vs 4.06 mm / 0.1598 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Material

      The Curry 2 VC is described as unspecified, and the Kelly 6V as Lexan polycarbonate. Material affects mass, warmth, and how quickly the piece responds.

      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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