Curry 1 TC vs Marcinkiewicz 310

The Curry 1 TC has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 1 TC has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 1 TC
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter17.27 mm / 0.6800 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.70 mm / 0.1455 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Marcinkiewicz 310
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter17.20 mm / 0.6772 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1 TC has a cup diameter of 17.27 mm / 0.6800 in compared to 17.20 mm / 0.6772 in on the Marcinkiewicz 310 — a difference of 0.07 mm / 0.0028 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      Both mouthpieces share a deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 1 TC has a wider throat (3.70 mm / 0.1455 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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