Bach vs Yamaha Cornet Mouthpieces
Bach offers 94 cornet mouthpieces (made in United States), while Yamaha has 24 models (made in Japan). On average, Bach cups measure 16.13mm versus 16.63mm for Yamaha. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bach
Models94
Avg cup16.13mm
Avg throat3.67mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Yamaha
Models24
Avg cup16.63mm
Avg throat3.86mm
Common style—
CountryJapan
Bach vs Yamaha — head-to-head comparisons
- Bach 8½A vs Yamaha CR-14ES-GP
- Bach 8½A vs Yamaha CR-DUTOT-S
- Bach 8½A vs Yamaha CR-14ES
- Bach 8½A vs Yamaha CR-11C4S
- Bach 1½C vs Yamaha CR-14ES-GP
- Bach 1½C vs Yamaha CR-DUTOT-S
- Bach 1½C vs Yamaha CR-14ES
- Bach 1½C vs Yamaha CR-11C4S
- Bach 1B vs Yamaha CR-14ES-GP
- Bach 1B vs Yamaha CR-DUTOT-S
- Bach 1B vs Yamaha CR-14ES
- Bach 1B vs Yamaha CR-11C4S
All models
Bach (94)
8½A
16.10mm · V.Deep
1½C
17.00mm · Medium
1B
17.00mm · Deep
2½C
16.40mm · Medium
10½E
15.90mm · Shallow
2C
16.50mm · Medium
11½A
15.65mm · V.Deep
1X
17.00mm · V.Deep
2¾C
16.40mm · Medium
10½D
15.90mm · Shallow
3B
16.30mm · Deep
8½C
16.10mm · Medium
8¾
16.10mm · V.Deep
8C
16.20mm · Medium
Mega Tone Cornet 1
17.50mm · V.Deep
10½A
15.90mm · V.Deep
10½DW
15.90mm · Shallow
1½B
17.00mm · Medium
11C
15.70mm · Medium
7
16.20mm · V.Deep
Yamaha (24)
CR-14ES-GP
16.86mm · V.Deep
CR-DUTOT-S
16.90mm · V.Deep
CR-14ES
16.86mm · V.Deep
CR-11C4S
16.46mm · Medium
CR-16ES-GP
17.05mm · V.Deep
CR-11E4S
16.46mm · V.Deep
CR-DUTOT-L
16.95mm · V.Shallow
CR-11C4L
16.46mm · Medium
CR-15C4L
16.98mm · Medium
CR-13E4S
16.70mm · V.Deep
CR-14B4L
16.85mm · Shallow
CR-16ES
17.05mm · V.Deep
CR-8D2S
16.36mm · Deep
CR-11A4L
15.99mm · V.Shallow
CR-13B4L
16.63mm · Shallow
CR-14A4aL
16.68mm · V.Shallow
CR-16C4L
17.00mm · Medium
CR-17C4L
17.30mm · Medium
CR-6B4L
15.65mm · Shallow
CR-7A4L
16.24mm · V.Shallow
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better cornet mouthpieces — Bach or Yamaha?
Neither brand is universally better. Bach has 94 models and Yamaha has 24. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Bach and Yamaha cornet mouthpieces compare in size?
Bach averages 16.13mm cup diameter with 3.67mm throat. Yamaha averages 16.63mm cup diameter with 3.86mm throat.