Which has a bigger cup — Curry 7M or Denis Wick 9BL?

The Denis Wick 9BL has a cup diameter of 25.00 mm / 0.9843 in compared to 24.74 mm / 0.9740 in on the Curry 7M — a difference of 0.26 mm / 0.0103 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 7M and Denis Wick 9BL?

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

Curry 7M vs Denis Wick 9BL

Name: Denis Wick 9BL
Brand: Denis Wick

The Denis Wick 9BL has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 9BL 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 7M

• Trombone

Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 9BL

• Trombone

Rim width6.46 mm / 0.2543 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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