Bob Reeves Piccolo 43.5/D/69 vs Monette Unity D7-7
The Bob Reeves Piccolo 43.5/D/69 has a wider cup diameter, the Bob Reeves Piccolo 43.5/D/69 features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Bob Reeves Piccolo 43.5/D/69
• Trumpet
Cup diameter17.26 mm / 0.6795 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore69
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
vs
Mouthpiece B
Monette Unity D7-7
• Trumpet
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
The Bob Reeves Piccolo 43.5/D/69 has a cup diameter of 17.26 mm / 0.6795 in compared to 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in on the Monette Unity D7-7 — a difference of 1.06 mm / 0.0417 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Bob Reeves Piccolo 43.5/D/69 has a deep cup while the Monette Unity D7-7 has a medium 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.