Curry 5 vs Curry 5F
Both mouthpieces share similar core dimensions — the differences are in the details.
Mouthpiece A
Curry 5
• French Horn
Cup diameter16.51 mm / 0.6500 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter4.50 mm / 0.1770 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Curry 5F
• French Horn
Cup diameter16.51 mm / 0.6500 in
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter4.50 mm / 0.1770 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 16.51 mm / 0.6500 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
Throat diameters are essentially identical at 4.50 mm / 0.1770 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.
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.