Kelly SCREAMER-UK vs Monette Cornet E1-5M S12

The Monette Cornet E1-5M S12 has a wider cup diameter, the Monette Cornet E1-5M S12 features a deeper cup, the Monette Cornet E1-5M S12 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Kelly SCREAMER-UK
    • Cornet
    Lead
    Cup diameter16.00 mm / 0.6299 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.56 mm / 0.1402 in
    BackboreS
    Finish
    MaterialLexan polycarbonate
    Best suited for
    🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range
    Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup
    📋Lead / soprano cornet
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Monette Cornet E1-5M S12
      • Cornet
      Cup diameter17.00 mm / 0.6693 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

      Cup Diameter

      The Monette Cornet E1-5M S12 has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.00 mm / 0.6299 in on the Kelly SCREAMER-UK — a difference of 1.00 mm / 0.0394 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Monette Cornet E1-5M S12 has a very deep cup while the Kelly SCREAMER-UK has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      The Monette Cornet E1-5M S12 has a wider throat (3.66 mm / 0.1441 in vs 3.56 mm / 0.1402 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Material

      The Kelly SCREAMER-UK is described as Lexan polycarbonate, and the Monette Cornet E1-5M S12 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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