Monette Cornet AP2 S5 vs Monette Cornet BP3 FL
The Monette Cornet AP2 S5 has a wider cup diameter.
Mouthpiece A
Monette Cornet AP2 S5
• 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 BP3 FL
• Cornet
Cup diameter16.30 mm
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
The Monette Cornet AP2 S5 has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm compared to 16.30 mm on the Monette Cornet BP3 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.