Bach 6BM vs Monette Cornet C4LVS
the Bach 6BM features a deeper cup, the Bach 6BM has a larger throat opening.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 6BM
• Cornet
Cup diameter16.20 mm / 0.6378 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.73 mm / 0.1469 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
vs
Mouthpiece B
Monette Cornet C4LVS
• Cornet
Cup diameter16.20 mm / 0.6378 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
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in.
Cup Depth
The Bach 6BM has a deep cup while the Monette Cornet C4LVS has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Bach 6BM has a wider throat (3.73 mm / 0.1469 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.
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.