Conn Connstellation 5BN vs Conn Connstellation 5CW

the Conn Connstellation 5CW features a deeper cup.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Conn Connstellation 5BN
    • Cornet
    Orchestral
    Cup diameter16.76 mm / 0.6598 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter
    Backbore
    Finish
    MaterialSilver-plated brass
    Best suited for
    📋Trumpet players seeking precise matched dimensions
    🎶Size 5 (16.76mm); smaller cup; more compact tone; Narrow rim; smaller inner radius; sharper bite. Fa
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Conn Connstellation 5CW
      • Cornet
      Orchestral
      Cup diameter16.76 mm / 0.6598 in
      Cup depth
      Rim width
      Throat diameter
      Backbore
      Finish
      MaterialSilver-plated brass
      Best suited for
      📋Trumpet players seeking precise matched dimensions
      🎶Size 5 (16.76mm); larger cup; fuller lower register; Wide rim; larger rounded inner radius; less bit

      Cup Diameter

      Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in.

      Cup Depth

      The Conn Connstellation 5CW has a — cup while the Conn Connstellation 5BN has a very deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Material

      Both mouthpieces share the same listed material (Silver-plated brass).

      Which is better?

      Both mouthpieces are categorized as "Orchestral" — the physical dimensions above will determine which suits your embouchure and playing style better.

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