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Curry 1.5 FL vs Curry 6 FL

The Curry 1.5 FL has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 1.5 FL
    • Flugelhorn
    Cup diameter17.02 mm / 0.6700 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width—
    Throat diameter4.01 mm / 0.1580 in
    Backbore—
    Finish—
    Material—
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Curry 6 FL
      • Flugelhorn
      Cup diameter16.71 mm / 0.6580 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width—
      Throat diameter4.01 mm / 0.1580 in
      Backbore—
      Finish—
      Material—
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1.5 FL has a cup diameter of 17.02 mm / 0.6700 in compared to 16.71 mm / 0.6580 in on the Curry 6 FL — a difference of 0.30 mm / 0.0120 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 4.01 mm / 0.1580 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      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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