Which has a bigger cup — Bach 1½C or Monette Vintage original C4?

The Bach 1½C has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in on the Monette Vintage original C4 — a difference of 0.80 mm / 0.0315 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bach 1½C and Monette Vintage original C4?

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

Bach 1½C vs Monette Vintage original C4

Name: Monette Vintage original C4
Brand: Monette

The Bach 1½C has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The narrowest point at the bottom of the cup. Affects resistance, volume, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Bach 1½C

• Trumpet

Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in

Mouthpiece B

Monette Vintage original C4

• Trumpet

Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in

Best suited for

🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

Throat Diameter

Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

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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