Curry 3 C. vs Monette MF II D
The Curry 3 C. has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 3 C. features a deeper cup, the Monette MF II D has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Curry 3 C. has a cup diameter of 16.89 mm / 0.6650 in compared to 16.25 mm / 0.6398 in on the Monette MF II D — a difference of 0.64 mm / 0.0252 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Curry 3 C. has a medium cup while the Monette MF II D has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Monette MF II D has a wider throat (3.81 mm / 0.1500 in vs 3.70 mm / 0.1455 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.