Bach vs Curry Trombone Mouthpieces
Bach offers 74 trombone mouthpieces (made in United States), while Curry has 45 models (made in United States). On average, Bach cups measure 25.40mm versus 26.26mm for Curry. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bach
Models74
Avg cup25.40mm
Avg throat6.40mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Curry
Models45
Avg cup26.26mm
Avg throat6.79mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Bach vs Curry — head-to-head comparisons
- Bach 1¼G vs Curry 1.5G Large Shank
- Bach 1¼G vs Curry 11S
- Bach 1¼G vs Curry 4M Small Shank
- Bach 1¼G vs Curry 12C
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Curry 1.5G Large Shank
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Curry 11S
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Curry 4M Small Shank
- Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Curry 12C
- Bach 12E vs Curry 1.5G Large Shank
- Bach 12E vs Curry 11S
- Bach 12E vs Curry 4M Small Shank
- Bach 12E vs Curry 12C
All models
Bach (74)
1¼G
27.50mm · V.Deep
6½AL (large shank)
25.40mm · Deep
12E
24.50mm · Shallow
12C
24.50mm · Shallow
5GS (large shank)
25.50mm · Deep
6½A (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
6½AL (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
5G (large shank)
25.50mm · V.Deep
4G
26.00mm · V.Deep
Mega Tone Trombone 6½A
25.40mm · Deep
11C
24.70mm · Shallow
14½D
24.50mm · Shallow
15D
24.40mm · Shallow
5GS (small shank)
25.50mm · Deep
Mega Tone Trombone 5
25.50mm · Medium
Mega Tone Trombone 6½AL
25.40mm · Deep
1¼GM
27.50mm · V.Deep
15E
24.40mm · Shallow
6½AM (small shank)
25.40mm · Deep
7C
24.75mm · Shallow
Curry (45)
1.5G Large Shank
28.02mm · Deep
11S
24.49mm · Shallow
4M Small Shank
25.73mm · Medium
12C
24.23mm · Medium
5M Large Shank
25.55mm · Medium
60X Large Shank
28.85mm · V.Deep
1.5G Small Shank
28.02mm · Deep
1.5M Large Shank
28.02mm · Medium
11C
24.49mm · Medium
1G Large Shank
28.45mm · Deep
3M Small Shank
26.24mm · Medium
4M Large Shank
25.73mm · Medium
5C
25.55mm · Medium
1.25G Large Shank
28.19mm · Deep
1.25G Small Shank
28.19mm · Deep
1.25M Large Shank
28.19mm · Medium
2D Small Shank
27.46mm · V.Deep
4G Small Shank
25.73mm · Deep
5D Large Shank
25.55mm · V.Deep
5G Small Shank
25.55mm · Deep
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trombone mouthpieces — Bach or Curry?
Neither brand is universally better. Bach has 74 models and Curry has 45. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Bach and Curry trombone mouthpieces compare in size?
Bach averages 25.40mm cup diameter with 6.40mm throat. Curry averages 26.26mm cup diameter with 6.79mm throat.