Which has a bigger cup — Bach 2½C or Monette Cornet E1-5 S3?

The Monette Cornet E1-5 S3 has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.40 mm / 0.6457 in on the Bach 2½C — a difference of 0.60 mm / 0.0236 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

Bach 2½C vs Monette Cornet E1-5 S3

Name: Monette Cornet E1-5 S3
Brand: Monette

The Monette Cornet E1-5 S3 has a wider cup diameter.

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 2½C

• Cornet

Cup depthMedium

Best suited for

🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

Mouthpiece B

Monette Cornet E1-5 S3

• Cornet

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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Bach 2½C vs Monette Cornet E1-5 S3

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