Kelly SCREAMER vs Monette Cornet B2 FL

The Monette Cornet B2 FL has a wider cup diameter, the Monette Cornet B2 FL features a deeper cup, the Monette Cornet B2 FL has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Kelly SCREAMER
    • Cornet
    Lead
    Cup diameter16.00 mm / 0.6299 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.56 mm / 0.1402 in
    BackboreS
    Finish
    MaterialLexan polycarbonate
    Best suited for
    🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range
    Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup
    📋Lead / soprano cornet
    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 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in on the Kelly SCREAMER — a difference of 1.00 mm / 0.0394 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Monette Cornet B2 FL has a deep cup while the Kelly SCREAMER has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Monette Cornet B2 FL has a wider throat (3.66 mm / 0.1441 in vs 3.56 mm / 0.1402 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Material

      The Kelly SCREAMER is described as Lexan polycarbonate, and the Monette Cornet B2 FL 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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