Curry 132DH vs Schilke S-H

The Curry 132DH has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 132DH features a deeper cup, the Curry 132DH has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 132DH
    • Tuba
    Cup diameter33.53 mm / 1.3200 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter8.23 mm / 0.3240 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
      Schilke S-H
      • Tuba
      Cup diameter31.84 mm / 1.2535 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter7.49 mm / 0.2949 in
      BackboreM.295"
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 132DH has a cup diameter of 33.53 mm / 1.3200 in compared to 31.84 mm / 1.2535 in on the Schilke S-H — a difference of 1.69 mm / 0.0665 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 132DH has a very deep cup while the Schilke S-H has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 132DH has a wider throat (8.23 mm / 0.3240 in vs 7.49 mm / 0.2949 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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