Bob Reeves vs Yamaha Cornet Mouthpieces
Bob Reeves offers 343 cornet mouthpieces (made in United States), while Yamaha has 24 models (made in Japan). On average, Bob Reeves cups measure 16.76mm versus 16.63mm for Yamaha. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bob Reeves
Models343
Avg cup16.76mm
Avg throat—
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Yamaha
Models24
Avg cup16.63mm
Avg throat3.86mm
Common style—
CountryJapan
Bob Reeves vs Yamaha — head-to-head comparisons
- Bob Reeves 43N/B/s vs Yamaha CR-14ES-GP
- Bob Reeves 43N/B/s vs Yamaha CR-DUTOT-S
- Bob Reeves 43N/B/s vs Yamaha CR-14ES
- Bob Reeves 43N/B/s vs Yamaha CR-11C4S
- Bob Reeves 40/B/X vs Yamaha CR-14ES-GP
- Bob Reeves 40/B/X vs Yamaha CR-DUTOT-S
- Bob Reeves 40/B/X vs Yamaha CR-14ES
- Bob Reeves 40/B/X vs Yamaha CR-11C4S
- Bob Reeves 40/C/692s vs Yamaha CR-14ES-GP
- Bob Reeves 40/C/692s vs Yamaha CR-DUTOT-S
- Bob Reeves 40/C/692s vs Yamaha CR-14ES
- Bob Reeves 40/C/692s vs Yamaha CR-11C4S
All models
Bob Reeves (343)
43N/B/s
17.07mm · V.Deep
40/B/X
15.88mm · V.Deep
40/C/692s
15.88mm · Deep
40/C/692sL
15.88mm · Deep
41/B/2
16.27mm · V.Deep
41/B/69
16.27mm · V.Deep
43/S/s
17.07mm · Shallow
43N/B/X
17.07mm · V.Deep
43W/M/69
17.07mm · Medium
40/B/692
15.88mm · V.Deep
40/C/2
15.88mm · Deep
40/C/69
15.88mm · Deep
40/D/2
15.88mm · Deep
40/M/692
15.88mm · Medium
41/B/s
16.27mm · V.Deep
43/S/692
17.07mm · Shallow
43/SV/69
17.07mm · Shallow
43N/S/69
17.07mm · Shallow
43N/S/X
17.07mm · Shallow
43W/B/692sL
17.07mm · V.Deep
Yamaha (24)
CR-14ES-GP
16.86mm · V.Deep
CR-DUTOT-S
16.90mm · V.Deep
CR-14ES
16.86mm · V.Deep
CR-11C4S
16.46mm · Medium
CR-16ES-GP
17.05mm · V.Deep
CR-11E4S
16.46mm · V.Deep
CR-DUTOT-L
16.95mm · V.Shallow
CR-11C4L
16.46mm · Medium
CR-15C4L
16.98mm · Medium
CR-13E4S
16.70mm · V.Deep
CR-14A4aL
16.68mm · V.Shallow
CR-14B4L
16.85mm · Shallow
CR-16ES
17.05mm · V.Deep
CR-6B4L
15.65mm · Shallow
CR-8D2S
16.36mm · Deep
CR-9C4L
16.28mm · Medium
CR-11A4L
15.99mm · V.Shallow
CR-13B4L
16.63mm · Shallow
CR-16C4L
17.00mm · Medium
CR-17C4L
17.30mm · Medium
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better cornet mouthpieces — Bob Reeves or Yamaha?
Neither brand is universally better. Bob Reeves has 343 models and Yamaha has 24. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Bob Reeves and Yamaha cornet mouthpieces compare in size?
Bob Reeves averages 16.76mm cup diameter with N/Amm throat. Yamaha averages 16.63mm cup diameter with 3.86mm throat.