Bach 7D vs Yamaha CR-11B4L

The Yamaha CR-11B4L has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 7D has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 7D
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter16.20 mm / 0.6378 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha CR-11B4L
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.64 mm / 0.6551 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.65 mm / 0.1437 in
      BackboreSemi-wide
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Yamaha CR-11B4L has a cup diameter of 16.64 mm / 0.6551 in compared to 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in on the Bach 7D — a difference of 0.44 mm / 0.0173 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Bach 7D has a wider throat (3.66 mm / 0.1441 in vs 3.65 mm / 0.1437 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.

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