Home › Cornet › Bach 1½C vs Bob Reeves 40/B/s

Bach 1½C vs Bob Reeves 40/B/s

The Bach 1½C has a wider cup diameter, the Bob Reeves 40/B/s features a deeper cup.

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 1½C
    • Cornet
    Finish—
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bob Reeves 40/B/s
      • 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.

      Open in interactive tool + Add third mouthpiece Bach 1½C details Bob Reeves 40/B/s details Bach 1½C equivalents Bob Reeves 40/B/s equivalents

      Compare Bach 1½C with others

      Compare Bob Reeves 40/B/s with others

      Popular Cornet comparisons

      Bach vs Bob Reeves

      Browse by specification