Which has a bigger cup — Curry 5 or Yamaha HR-35C4?

The Yamaha HR-35C4 has a cup diameter of 18.08 mm / 0.7118 in compared to 16.51 mm / 0.6500 in on the Curry 5 — a difference of 1.57 mm / 0.0618 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 5 and Yamaha HR-35C4?

Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Curry 5 vs Yamaha HR-35C4

Name: Yamaha HR-35C4
Brand: Yamaha

The Yamaha HR-35C4 has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 5 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

Base metal or construction (e.g. brass, stainless steel, plastic). Influences weight, response, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Curry 5

• French Horn

Material—

Best suited for

🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha HR-35C4

• French Horn

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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Curry 5 vs Yamaha HR-35C4

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