Name: Yamaha TR-14B4-GP
Brand: Yamaha

Question 1

What is the difference between Curry 3 C. and Yamaha TR-14B4-GP?

Accepted Answer

The Curry 3 C. has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 3 C. features a deeper cup, the Curry 3 C. has a larger throat opening.

Question 2

Which has a bigger cup — Curry 3 C. or Yamaha TR-14B4-GP?

Accepted Answer

The Curry 3 C. has a cup diameter of 16.89 mm / 0.6650 in compared to 16.85 mm / 0.6634 in on the Yamaha TR-14B4-GP — a difference of 0.04 mm / 0.0016 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

Question 3

How does cup depth compare between Curry 3 C. and Yamaha TR-14B4-GP?

Accepted Answer

The Curry 3 C. has a medium cup while the Yamaha TR-14B4-GP has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Question 4

Which is better, Curry 3 C. or Yamaha TR-14B4-GP?

Accepted Answer

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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