Which has a bigger cup — Bach 7A or Monette Cornet E1-5M S12?

The Monette Cornet E1-5M S12 has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in on the Bach 7A — a difference of 0.80 mm / 0.0315 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bach 7A and Monette Cornet E1-5M S12?

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

Bach 7A vs Monette Cornet E1-5M S12

Name: Monette Cornet E1-5M S12
Brand: Monette

The Monette Cornet E1-5M S12 has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Bach 7A

• Cornet

Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in

Mouthpiece B

Monette Cornet E1-5M S12

• Cornet

Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

Throat Diameter

Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

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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Bach 7A vs Monette Cornet E1-5M S12

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