Bach 1B vs Conn Connstellation 5BN
The Bach 1B has a wider cup diameter, the Conn Connstellation 5BN features a deeper cup.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Bach 1B
• Cornet
Cup depthDeep
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
vs
Mouthpiece B
Conn Connstellation 5BN
• Cornet
OrchestralCup depthVery deep
Best suited for
Trumpet players seeking precise matched dimensions
Size 5 (16.76mm); smaller cup; more compact tone; Narrow rim; smaller inner radius; sharper bite. Fa
Cup Depth
The Conn Connstellation 5BN has a very deep cup while the Bach 1B has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
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.