Which has a bigger cup — Denis Wick 3 or Monette Cornet C3F FL?

The Denis Wick 3 has a cup diameter of 16.75 mm / 0.6594 in compared to 16.30 mm / 0.6417 in on the Monette Cornet C3F FL — a difference of 0.45 mm / 0.0177 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Denis Wick 3 and Monette Cornet C3F FL?

Both mouthpieces share a very deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Denis Wick 3 vs Monette Cornet C3F FL

Name: Monette Cornet C3F FL
Brand: Monette

The Denis Wick 3 has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 3 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Denis Wick 3

• Cornet

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Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Monette Cornet C3F FL

• Cornet

Finish—

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.

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