Bach Mega Tone Cornet 5B vs Monette Cornet B2 FL

The Monette Cornet B2 FL has a wider cup diameter, the Bach Mega Tone Cornet 5B has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach Mega Tone Cornet 5B
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter16.25 mm / 0.6398 in
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Monette Cornet B2 FL
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
      Cup depthDeep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

      Cup Diameter

      The Monette Cornet B2 FL has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.25 mm / 0.6398 in on the Bach Mega Tone Cornet 5B — a difference of 0.75 mm / 0.0295 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Bach Mega Tone Cornet 5B has a wider throat (3.73 mm / 0.1469 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      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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