Bach 8½A vs Bob Reeves 43.5/D/2
The Bob Reeves 43.5/D/2 has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 8½A features a deeper cup.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Bach 8½A
• Cornet
Cup depthVery deep
vs
Mouthpiece B
Bob Reeves 43.5/D/2
• Cornet
Cup depthDeep
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
Cup Depth
The Bach 8½A has a very deep cup while the Bob Reeves 43.5/D/2 has a deep 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.