Which has a bigger cup — Curry 7C or Schilke 47?

The Schilke 47 has a cup diameter of 24.99 mm / 0.9839 in compared to 24.74 mm / 0.9740 in on the Curry 7C — a difference of 0.25 mm / 0.0099 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 7C and Schilke 47?

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

Curry 7C vs Schilke 47

Name: Schilke 47
Brand: Schilke

The Schilke 47 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 47 has a larger throat opening.

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

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Curry 7C

• Trombone

Backbore—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 47

• Trombone

Backbore15/64 .2344"

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.