Monette Cornet B1-5M S12 vs Monette Cornet D1-5M S12
Both mouthpieces share similar core dimensions — the differences are in the details.
Mouthpiece A
Monette Cornet B1-5M S12
• Cornet
Cup diameter17.00 mm
Cup depthVery deep
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 D1-5M S12
• Cornet
Cup diameter17.00 mm
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
Cup Diameter
Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 17.00 mm.
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a very 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.