Conn Connstellation 9BN vs Monette Cornet AP1-1 S13

The Monette Cornet AP1-1 S13 has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Conn Connstellation 9BN
    • Cornet
    Lead
    Cup diameter15.88 mm / 0.6252 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter
    Backbore
    Finish
    MaterialSilver-plated brass
    Best suited for
    📋Trumpet players seeking precise matched dimensions
    🎶Size 9 (15.88mm); smaller cup; more compact tone; Narrow rim; smaller inner radius; sharper bite. Fa
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Monette Cornet AP1-1 S13
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      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 AP1-1 S13 has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 15.88 mm / 0.6252 in on the Conn Connstellation 9BN — a difference of 1.12 mm / 0.0441 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Material

      The Conn Connstellation 9BN is described as Silver-plated brass, and the Monette Cornet AP1-1 S13 as unspecified. Material affects mass, warmth, and how quickly the piece responds.

      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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