Kelly 7C vs Monette Cornet AP2.5 S3

The Kelly 7C has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Kelly 7C
    • Cornet
    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
    📋Beginner / intermediate
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Monette Cornet AP2.5 S3
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter16.40 mm / 0.6457 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

      Cup Diameter

      The Kelly 7C has a cup diameter of 16.51 mm / 0.6500 in compared to 16.40 mm / 0.6457 in on the Monette Cornet AP2.5 S3 — a difference of 0.11 mm / 0.0043 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

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

      Material

      The Kelly 7C is described as Lexan polycarbonate, and the Monette Cornet AP2.5 S3 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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