Denis Wick S vs Monette Cornet C4LVS
The Monette Cornet C4LVS has a wider cup diameter, the Monette Cornet C4LVS features a deeper cup, the Denis Wick S has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Monette Cornet C4LVS has a cup diameter of 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in compared to 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in on the Denis Wick S — a difference of 0.20 mm / 0.0079 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Monette Cornet C4LVS has a medium cup while the Denis Wick S has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Denis Wick S has a wider throat (4.10 mm / 0.1614 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.
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.