Curry 1.5G Large Shank vs Monette Unity TS11

The Curry 1.5G Large Shank has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 1.5G Large Shank features a deeper cup, the Curry 1.5G Large Shank has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Curry 1.5G Large Shank
    • Trombone
    Cup diameter28.02 mm / 1.1030 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
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Monette Unity TS11
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter24.70 mm / 0.9724 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter5.85 mm / 0.2303 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 1.5G Large Shank has a cup diameter of 28.02 mm / 1.1030 in compared to 24.70 mm / 0.9724 in on the Monette Unity TS11 — a difference of 3.32 mm / 0.1306 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 1.5G Large Shank has a deep cup while the Monette Unity TS11 has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Curry 1.5G Large Shank has a wider throat (7.06 mm / 0.2780 in vs 5.85 mm / 0.2303 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.

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