Which has a bigger cup — Curry 5M Small Shank or Yamaha SL-48L-GP?

The Curry 5M Small Shank has a cup diameter of 25.55 mm / 1.0060 in compared to 25.25 mm / 0.9941 in on the Yamaha SL-48L-GP — a difference of 0.30 mm / 0.0119 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 5M Small Shank and Yamaha SL-48L-GP?

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

Curry 5M Small Shank vs Yamaha SL-48L-GP

Name: Yamaha SL-48L-GP
Brand: Yamaha

The Curry 5M Small Shank has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha SL-48L-GP has a larger throat opening.

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

The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Curry 5M Small Shank

• Trombone

Throat diameter6.53 mm / 0.2570 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha SL-48L-GP

• Trombone

Throat diameter6.62 mm / 0.2606 in

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Throat Diameter

The Yamaha SL-48L-GP has a wider throat (6.62 mm / 0.2606 in vs 6.53 mm / 0.2570 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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Curry 5M Small Shank vs Yamaha SL-48L-GP

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