Which has a bigger cup — Curry 7S or Schilke 45B?

The Curry 7S has a cup diameter of 24.74 mm / 0.9740 in compared to 24.30 mm / 0.9567 in on the Schilke 45B — a difference of 0.44 mm / 0.0173 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 7S and Schilke 45B?

The Schilke 45B has a medium cup while the Curry 7S has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Curry 7S vs Schilke 45B

Name: Schilke 45B
Brand: Schilke

The Curry 7S has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 45B features a deeper cup, the Curry 7S 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 7S

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 45B

• 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 7S vs Schilke 45B

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