Monette Cornet AP1-5 FL vs Monette Cornet E6 FL
The Monette Cornet AP1-5 FL has a wider cup diameter.
Mouthpiece A
Monette Cornet AP1-5 FL
• Cornet
Cup diameter17.00 mm
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
vs
Mouthpiece B
Monette Cornet E6 FL
• Cornet
Cup diameter16.30 mm
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
The Monette Cornet AP1-5 FL has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm compared to 16.30 mm on the Monette Cornet E6 FL — a difference of +0.70 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a deep cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
Throat Diameter
Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.66 mm, so resistance feel will be comparable.
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.