Curry 132G vs Denis Wick 2L

The Curry 132G has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 2L features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick 2L has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 132G
    • Tuba
    Cup diameter33.53 mm / 1.3200 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter8.18 mm / 0.3220 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
      Denis Wick 2L
      • Tuba
      Cup diameter32.00 mm / 1.2598 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width7.73 mm / 0.3043 in
      Throat diameter8.45 mm / 0.3327 in
      Backboreopen
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 132G has a cup diameter of 33.53 mm / 1.3200 in compared to 32.00 mm / 1.2598 in on the Denis Wick 2L — a difference of 1.53 mm / 0.0602 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Denis Wick 2L has a very deep cup while the Curry 132G has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Denis Wick 2L has a wider throat (8.45 mm / 0.3327 in vs 8.18 mm / 0.3220 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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