Which has a bigger cup — Curry 3. FLD or Denis Wick 4FL?

The Curry 3. FLD has a cup diameter of 16.89 mm / 0.6650 in compared to 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in on the Denis Wick 4FL — a difference of 0.39 mm / 0.0154 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Curry 3. FLD and Denis Wick 4FL?

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

Curry 3. FLD vs Denis Wick 4FL

Name: Denis Wick 4FL
Brand: Denis Wick

The Curry 3. FLD has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4FL 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 3. FLD

• Flugelhorn

Backbore—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Denis Wick 4FL

• Flugelhorn

Backboreopen

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 3. FLD vs Denis Wick 4FL

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