Which has a bigger cup — Marcinkiewicz 4 / 7C or Monette Cornet B2 FL?

The Marcinkiewicz 4 / 7C has a cup diameter of 17.20 mm / 0.6772 in compared to 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in on the Monette Cornet B2 FL — a difference of 0.20 mm / 0.0079 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Marcinkiewicz 4 / 7C and Monette Cornet B2 FL?

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

Marcinkiewicz 4 / 7C vs Monette Cornet B2 FL

Name: Monette Cornet B2 FL
Brand: Monette

The Marcinkiewicz 4 / 7C has a wider cup diameter, the Marcinkiewicz 4 / 7C has a larger throat opening.

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

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Marcinkiewicz 4 / 7C

• Cornet

Rim width—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

Mouthpiece B

Monette Cornet B2 FL

• Cornet

Rim width—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

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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