Which has a bigger cup — Bach 8½A or Bach 9?

The Bach 8½A has a cup diameter of 16.10 mm / 0.6339 in compared to 16.05 mm / 0.6319 in on the Bach 9 — a difference of 0.05 mm / 0.0020 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bach 8½A and Bach 9?

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

Bach 8½A vs Bach 9

Name: Bach 9
Brand: Bach

The Bach 8½A has a wider cup diameter.

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

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Bach 8½A

• Cornet

Finish—

Mouthpiece B

Bach 9

• Cornet

Finish—

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.