Curry 1.25 DC vs Curry 1.25 VC
the Curry 1.25 VC has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Curry 1.25 DC
• Cornet
Cup diameter17.07 mm / 0.6720 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.81 mm / 0.1500 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
vs
Mouthpiece B
Curry 1.25 VC
• Cornet
Cup diameter17.07 mm / 0.6720 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter4.31 mm / 0.1697 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 17.07 mm / 0.6720 in.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a very deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
The Curry 1.25 VC has a wider throat (4.31 mm / 0.1697 in vs 3.81 mm / 0.1500 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.