Bach 25 vs Curry 126D

The Curry 126D has a wider cup diameter, the Curry 126D features a deeper cup, the Bach 25 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 25
    • Tuba
    Cup diameter30.60 mm / 1.2047 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter8.33 mm / 0.3280 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Curry 126D
      • Tuba
      Cup diameter32.00 mm / 1.2600 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter8.23 mm / 0.3240 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Curry 126D has a cup diameter of 32.00 mm / 1.2600 in compared to 30.60 mm / 1.2047 in on the Bach 25 — a difference of 1.40 mm / 0.0553 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Curry 126D has a very deep cup while the Bach 25 has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Bach 25 has a wider throat (8.33 mm / 0.3280 in vs 8.23 mm / 0.3240 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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