Which has a bigger cup — Curry 4M Small Shank or Denis Wick 4BS?

The Denis Wick 4BS has a cup diameter of 25.90 mm / 1.0197 in compared to 25.73 mm / 1.0130 in on the Curry 4M Small Shank — a difference of 0.17 mm / 0.0067 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 4M Small Shank and Denis Wick 4BS?

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

Curry 4M Small Shank vs Denis Wick 4BS

Name: Denis Wick 4BS
Brand: Denis Wick

The Denis Wick 4BS has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4BS 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 4M Small Shank

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 4BS

• Trombone

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 4M Small Shank vs Denis Wick 4BS

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