Which has a bigger cup — Curry 7C or Denis Wick 12CS?

The Curry 7C has a cup diameter of 24.74 mm / 0.9740 in compared to 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in on the Denis Wick 12CS — a difference of 0.24 mm / 0.0094 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 7C and Denis Wick 12CS?

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

Curry 7C vs Denis Wick 12CS

Name: Denis Wick 12CS
Brand: Denis Wick

The Curry 7C has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 12CS has a larger throat opening.

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

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Curry 7C

• Trombone

Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 12CS

• Trombone

Rim width6.71 mm / 0.2642 in

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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