Kelly 7C-BUGLE vs Monette B4S S2

The Kelly 7C-BUGLE has a wider cup diameter, the Kelly 7C-BUGLE features a deeper cup.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Kelly 7C-BUGLE
    • Trumpet
    General
    Cup diameter16.51 mm / 0.6500 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
    BackboreS
    Finish
    MaterialLexan polycarbonate
    Best suited for
    🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
    📋Standard bugle use
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Monette B4S S2
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.20 mm / 0.6378 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range

      Cup Diameter

      The Kelly 7C-BUGLE has a cup diameter of 16.51 mm / 0.6500 in compared to 16.20 mm / 0.6378 in on the Monette B4S S2 — a difference of 0.31 mm / 0.0122 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Kelly 7C-BUGLE has a medium cup while the Monette B4S S2 has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      Material

      The Kelly 7C-BUGLE is described as Lexan polycarbonate, and the Monette B4S S2 as unspecified. Material affects mass, warmth, and how quickly the piece responds.

      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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