Bb and A Piccolo Mouthpieces
AP1-1, BP1-1 The largest piccolo mouthpiece we make, these models have the exact same rim and cup as our B1-1, C1-1 and E1-1. Used by Charles Schlueter, principal trumpet of the Boston Symphony.
AP1-2, BP1-2 With the same rim and cup size as our B1-2, C1-2, and E1-2, these models allow the player to produce a large, orchestral piccolo trumpet sound.
AP1-5, BP1-5 Designed for players who want the exact same rim as their B1-5, C1-5, or E1-5 series mouthpieces.
AP1-5L, BP1-5L With the same rim and cup as our B1- 5L Bb lead trumpet mouthpiece, this model offers a large, full sound and a very easy upper register! This is very popular with players who use any Monette 1-5 series mouthpiece and prefer to keep the exact same rim when playing piccolo.
AP2, BP2 One of the most popular all-around piccolo mouthpieces we make. Great for all types of playing, with a full sound and an easy upper register. These models have exactly the same rim and cup as our very popular B2, C2, and E2 mouthpieces.
AP2L, BP2L Great for playing upper register effortlessly, without sacrificing sound. These models have exactly the same rim and cup as our B2L Bb lead trumpet mouthpiece.
AP4, BP4 Designed for players who use our B4, C4 and E4 mouthpieces and who want the exact same rim and cup when playing a piccolo trumpet. These models offer a full, rich sound and easy, clean articulation.
AP4S, BP4S With the same rim and cup as our popular B4S Bb trumpet mouthpiece, these models have slightly less "bite" on the inside rim than the straight AP4 and BP4, and are more comfortable for players who like a slightly softer rim feel still in the #4 rim size.
AP4L, BP4L These mouthpieces are some of the most popular sizes we make, both with players who use larger rim sizes on lower-pitched instruments, and also for players who are used to using our B4, B4S, and B4L Bb trumpet mouthpieces. The upper register is very easy, and the sound is rich and sparkling.
AP5, BP5 This rim and cup design is the same as with our B5, C5, and E5 mouthpieces. This model rim and cup is used by both John Aley and Wynton Marsalis when they play piccolo trumpet. The cup is a "Vee" shape, and it is not particularly shallow. However, despite the cup depth, these mouthpieces are wonderful for use on piccolo, including upper-register work!
AP5L, BP5L These mouthpieces are great for extreme upper-register playing. The BP5L has been used by several of our clients who perform Brandenburg Concerto #2. Both of these models have the exact same rim and cup as our popular B5L Bb lead trumpet mouthpiece.
AP6, BP6 These popular models make for a very easy transition for players who are used to using our B6 Bb trumpet mouthpiece.
Bb Cornet Mouthpieces
These revolutionary cornet mouthpieces are true “constant-pitch-center” designs, and provide a depth of sound, consistency of response, and ease in the upper register never before possible on Bb cornet. Please note that Monette cornet mouthpieces are special-order items, and may take longer for delivery than our standard model mouthpieces. For a complete list of available cornet sizes, please refer to our list of standard Bb trumpet mouthpiece sizes. We suggest considering our deep “Vee” cornet cups for a true, turn-of-the-century cornet sound.
Available cornet cup depths for standard Monette rim sizes include:
Medium
Standard trumpet cup (bowl shape)
Deep
Deepened trumpet cup (bowl shape, available in most sizes)
Deepest
Deep FLUMPET™ cup (“Vee” shape) Bb Cornet Mouthpieces