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Bach 5C vs Monette Vintage original AP6L (BLM)

The Monette Vintage original AP6L (BLM) has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 5C
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter16.25 mm / 0.6398 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width—
    Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
    Backbore—
    Finish—
    Material—
    Best suited for
    🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Monette Vintage original AP6L (BLM)
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.30 mm / 0.6417 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width—
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore—
      Finish—
      Material—
      Best suited for
      🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

      Cup Diameter

      The Monette Vintage original AP6L (BLM) has a cup diameter of 16.30 mm / 0.6417 in compared to 16.25 mm / 0.6398 in on the Bach 5C — a difference of 0.05 mm / 0.0020 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      Both mouthpieces share a medium 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.

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