Bach 10B vs Monette B4LD FL
The Monette B4LD FL has a wider cup diameter.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 10B
• Trumpet
Cup diameter16.00 mm / 0.6299 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
vs
Mouthpiece B
Monette B4LD FL
• Trumpet
Cup diameter16.20 mm / 0.6378 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
The Monette B4LD FL has a cup diameter of 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in compared to 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in on the Bach 10B — a difference of 0.20 mm / 0.0079 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
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.