Curry 1.25G Large Shank vs Curry 1.25G Small Shank
the Curry 1.25G Large Shank has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Curry 1.25G Large Shank
• Trombone
Cup diameter28.19 mm / 1.1100 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter7.06 mm / 0.2780 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
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Mouthpiece B
Curry 1.25G Small Shank
• Trombone
Cup diameter28.19 mm / 1.1100 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter7.01 mm / 0.2760 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 28.19 mm / 1.1100 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Curry 1.25G Large Shank has a wider throat (7.06 mm / 0.2780 in vs 7.01 mm / 0.2760 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.