Which has a bigger cup — Curry 130DH or Denis Wick 3L?

The Curry 130DH has a cup diameter of 33.02 mm / 1.3000 in compared to 31.25 mm / 1.2303 in on the Denis Wick 3L — a difference of 1.77 mm / 0.0697 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 130DH and Denis Wick 3L?

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

Curry 130DH vs Denis Wick 3L

Name: Denis Wick 3L
Brand: Denis Wick

The Curry 130DH has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 3L has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Curry 130DH

• Tuba

Rim width—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 3L

• Tuba

Rim width8.11 mm / 0.3193 in

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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