Curry 3. FLD vs Denis Wick 2FL
The Denis Wick 2FL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 2FL has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Denis Wick 2FL has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.89 mm / 0.6650 in on the Curry 3. FLD — a difference of 0.11 mm / 0.0043 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a very deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick 2FL has a wider throat (4.58 mm / 0.1803 in vs 4.50 mm / 0.1770 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.