Bb Cornets

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pBone music pCornet Blue

Bb Cornets

$138

Bb Cornet, Body made of ABS plastic, Short construction, Bell diameter: 120 mm, 1st, 2nd and...

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pBone music pCornet Red

Bb Cornets

$136

Bb Cornet, Body made of ABS plastic, Short construction, Bell diameter: 120 mm, 1st, 2nd and...

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Yamaha YCR-6335 SII Cornet

Bb Cornets

$2,308

Bb Cornet, Professional class, Completely new design concept - new valve housing, newly...

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Schagerl Hans Gansch Bb- Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,836

Bb Cornet, Signature series - Hans Gansch model, Gold brass bell: 125 mm, Monel...

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Schagerl K-451L Bb- Cornet

Bb Cornets

$768

Bb Cornet, Academica series, Brass bell: 123 mm, Monel valves, Gold brass mouth pipe, Bore:...

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Schagerl K-620L Bb- Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,128

Bb Cornet, Academica series, Gold brass bell: 123 mm, Monel valves, Gold brass mouth pipe,...

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Schagerl K-610L Bb- Cornet

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$977

Bb Cornet, Academica series, Brass bell: 123 mm, Monel valves, Gold brass mouth pipe, Bore:...

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Startone PCR-20 Bb- Cornet Blue

Bb Cornets

$142

Bb Cornet, Made of ABS plastic, Bore Ø: 11.60 mm, Bell Ø: 122 mm, Conventional metal...

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Thomann CR-960GP Superior Cornet

Bb Cornets

$988

Bb Cornet, Model: "Superior", Bore: 11.90 mm (0.469"), Bell Ø: 123 mm (4.84"), Two...

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Thomann CR-960S Superior Cornet

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$934

Bb Cornet, "Superior" model, Bore 11.90 mm (0.469"), Bell Ø: 123 mm (4.84"), Two...

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Thomann CR-960L Superior Cornet

Bb Cornets

$878

Bb Cornet, Model: "Superior", Bore: 11.90 mm (0.469"), Bell Ø: 123 mm (4.84"), Two...

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Jupiter JCR700RQ Bb- Cornet

Bb Cornets

$776

Bb-Cornet, Bore: 11.68 mm, Bell made of gold brass Ø: 120 mm, Leadpipe made of gold...

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Thomann CR-950 GP Superior Cornet

Bb Cornets

$548

Bb Cornet, "Superior" model, 3 Perinet valves made of Monel, L-bore Ø: 11.90 mm,...

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Thomann CR-950 S Superior Cornet

Bb Cornets

$494

Bb Cornet, "Superior" model, 3 Perinet valves made of Monel, L-bore Ø: 11.90 mm,...

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Thomann CR-950 L Superior Cornet

Bb Cornets

$438

Bb Cornet, "Superior" model, 3 Perinet valves made of Monel, L-bore Ø: 11.90 mm,...

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Yamaha YCR-4330 GSII Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,208

Yamaha YCR-4330 GSII, Bb- Cornet, Short design, Bore: ML 11.65mm (0.459"), Newly designed rounded lead pipe, Bell Ø:...

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Yamaha YCR-4330 GII Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,098

Yamaha YCR-4330 GII, Bb- Cornet, Short design, Bore: ML 11.65mm (0.459"), Newly designed rounded lead pipe, Bell Ø:...

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Yamaha YCR-2330 III Cornet

Bb Cornets

$878

Yamaha YCR-2330 III, Bb- Cornet, Short design, Bore: ML 11.65mm (0.459"), Newly designed rounded lead pipe, Bell Ø:...

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Yamaha YCR-2310 SIII Cornet

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$978

Yamaha YCR-2310 SIII, Bb- Cornet, Long design, Bore: ML 11.65mm (0.459"), Newly designed rounded lead pipe, Bell Ø:...

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Yamaha YCR-2310 III Cornet

Bb Cornets

$878

Yamaha YCR-2310 III, Bb- Cornet, Long design, Bore: ML 11.65mm (0.459"), Newly designed rounded lead pipe, Bell Ø:...

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Yamaha YCR-8335 S 02 Cornet

Bb Cornets

$3,738

Yamaha YCR-8335 S 02, Bb-CornetThe model YCR-8335 was developed together with David King - cornet soloist and conductor...

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Yamaha YCR-8335 GS 02 Cornet

Bb Cornets

$3,738

Yamaha YCR-8335 GS 02, Bb-CornetThe model YCR-8335 was developed together with David King - cornet soloist and...

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Besson BE928G-2 Sovereign Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$3,848

Bb Cornet, L-bore Ø: 11.84 mm (.466"), Handmade gold brass bell, Bell diameter:...

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Besson BE928-1 Sovereign Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$3,848

Bb Cornet, L-bore Ø 11.84 mm (.466"), Handmade Ø 124 mm (4.88") gold brass bell,...

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Yamaha YCR-6335 II Cornet

Bb Cornets

$2,144

Bb Cornet, Professional class, Completely new design concept - new valve housing, newly...

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Thomann CR 600 G Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$329

Thomann CR 600 G Bb-Kornett, Bb Cornet, Monel valves, ML bore, Leadpipe and bell from gold brass, Bell: Ø 120 mm,...

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Thomann CR 400 Bb-Cornet

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$244

Bb Cornet, Stainless steel valves, ML Bore, Gold brass leadpipe, 120 mm Brass bell, Saddle on...

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Yamaha YCR-2330 SIII Cornet

Bb Cornets

$978

Yamaha YCR-2330 SIII, Bb- Cornet, Short design, Bore: ML 11.65mm (0.459"), Newly designed rounded lead pipe, Bell Ø:...

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Yamaha YCR-8335 G 02 Cornet

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$3,695

Yamaha YCR-8335 G 02, Bb-CornetThe model YCR-8335 was developed together with David King - cornet soloist and conductor...

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B&S 3142/2-GL Brochon Bb-Cornet

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$2,748

B&S 3142/2-GL Brochon Bb-Cornet, Bb Cornet, Challenger II, Brochon model, Brass body, 11.73 mm bore, Ø 125 mm brass...

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Besson BE2028-2 Prestige Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$4,927

Bb- Cornet, L-bore: 11.89 mm (.468"), Handmade brass bell Ø: 124 mm (4.88"),...

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Schilke XA1 Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$5,058

Bb Cornet, Short English design, Ø 11.68 mm (.460") ML bore, Ø 5.00" (127 mm) L bell made of...

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About Bb Cornets

Bb Cornets are compact brass instruments, closely related to trumpets, favored by British brass bands and increasingly popular among younger players or those seeking a more manageable instrument. They offer a warmer, more mellow tone than trumpets due to their conical bore and smaller bell, lending themselves well to lyrical melodies and ensemble playing. This category represents a range of cornets from student models to professional-grade instruments.

Best For

Brass band players orchestral players students solo performance warm tone preference

What to Look For

Valve action smoothness bore type (conical vs. cylindrical) bell material and size intonation consistency overall build quality finish durability

Bb Cornets — Pros & Cons

PROS

Warmer, mellower tone compared to trumpets
More compact and comfortable for some players
Excellent for developing breath control
Often more affordable than comparable trumpets

CONS

Can lack the projection of a trumpet
Limited high register capabilities compared to trumpets
Smaller bell can affect tonal color in certain registers
Fewer professional-level models available compared to trumpets

Frequently Asked Questions About Bb Cornets

The cornet has a more conical bore and smaller bell, producing a warmer tone. Trumpets have a cylindrical bore and wider bell, offering greater projection and a brighter sound.

Yes, cornets are available for beginners through to professionals, with varying degrees of complexity and features.

A high-wrap design can improve ergonomics and valve reach, particularly for players with smaller hands, but can slightly affect airflow.

Shop Bb Cornets 2026

pBone music pCornet Blue

pBone music pCornet Red

Yamaha YCR-6335 SII Cornet

Schagerl Hans Gansch Bb- Cornet

Schagerl K-451L Bb- Cornet

Schagerl K-620L Bb- Cornet

Schagerl K-610L Bb- Cornet

Startone PCR-20 Bb- Cornet Blue

Thomann CR-960GP Superior Cornet

Thomann CR-960S Superior Cornet

Thomann CR-960L Superior Cornet

Jupiter JCR700RQ Bb- Cornet

Thomann CR-950 GP Superior Cornet

Thomann CR-950 S Superior Cornet

Thomann CR-950 L Superior Cornet

Yamaha YCR-4330 GSII Cornet

Yamaha YCR-4330 GII Cornet

Yamaha YCR-2330 III Cornet

Yamaha YCR-2310 SIII Cornet

Yamaha YCR-2310 III Cornet

Yamaha YCR-8335 S 02 Cornet

Yamaha YCR-8335 GS 02 Cornet

Besson BE928G-2 Sovereign Bb-Cornet

Besson BE928-1 Sovereign Bb-Cornet

Yamaha YCR-6335 II Cornet

Thomann CR 600 G Bb-Cornet

Thomann CR 400 Bb-Cornet

Yamaha YCR-2330 SIII Cornet

Yamaha YCR-8335 G 02 Cornet

B&S 3142/2-GL Brochon Bb-Cornet

Besson BE2028-2 Prestige Bb-Cornet

Schilke XA1 Bb-Cornet

About Bb Cornets

Bb Cornets — Pros & Cons

PROS

CONS

Frequently Asked Questions About Bb Cornets

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