Bach 5C vs Monette JB
The Bach 5C has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 5C features a deeper cup.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Bach 5C
• Trumpet
Cup depthMedium
Best suited for
All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
vs
Mouthpiece B
Monette JB
• Trumpet
Cup depthVery shallow
Best suited for
Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range
Cup Depth
The Bach 5C has a medium cup while the Monette JB has a very shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
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.