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Bach 18 vs Monette Tuba 97 (Lightweight)

Both mouthpieces share similar core dimensions — the differences are in the details.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 18
    • Tuba
    Cup depthMedium
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Monette Tuba 97 (Lightweight)
      • Tuba
      Cup depthMedium

      Cup Depth

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

      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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