Kelly vs Monette Cornet Mouthpieces

Kelly offers 9 cornet mouthpieces (made in United States), while Monette has 636 models (made in United States). On average, Kelly cups measure 16.37mm versus 16.59mm for Monette. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.

Kelly

Models9

Avg cup16.37mm

Avg throat3.87mm

Common styleGeneral

CountryUnited States

Monette

Models636

Avg cup16.59mm

Avg throat3.66mm

Common style—

CountryUnited States

Kelly vs Monette — head-to-head comparisons

All models

Kelly (9)

17.02mm · V.Deep · General

16.76mm · V.Deep · General

16.51mm · Medium · General

7C-UK

16.51mm · Medium · General

4B-UK

16.51mm · — · Orchestral

16.00mm · — · Dark/Deep

6V-UK

16.00mm · — · Dark/Deep

SCREAMER

16.00mm · Shallow · Lead

SCREAMER-UK

16.00mm · Shallow · Lead

Monette (636)

Frequently asked questions

Which brand makes better cornet mouthpieces — Kelly or Monette?

Neither brand is universally better. Kelly has 9 models and Monette has 636. 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 Kelly and Monette cornet mouthpieces compare in size?

Kelly averages 16.37mm cup diameter with 3.87mm throat. Monette averages 16.59mm cup diameter with 3.66mm throat.

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