Bb Cornets

42 instruments available

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Smith-Watkins Soloist Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$5,728

Bb Cornet, L-bore (11.94 mm), Replaceable brass lead pipe, Brass valve guides, Valve...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Antoine Courtois AC243-1-0 Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,049

Bb Cornet, Bellecour model, ML-bore: 11.65 mm, Three Monel Périnet valves with...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Martin Böhme Praedo Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$5,798

Bb Cornet, ML-bore, MAW valves, One-piece, hand-bent bell made of gold-plated brass,...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Taylor Trumpets Orpheus Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$5,488

Bb Cornet, Bore: Medium large (11.68 mm), Red brass bell (127 mm), Seamless brass...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Thomann Cornet Beginning Set

Bb Cornets

$342

Weight 1 kg

4.8 AudioFu Score

Besson BE2029-2 Prestige Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$5,236

Bb Cornet, L-bore: Ø 11.84 mm, Brass bell: Ø 133 mm, Gold brass mouth pipe, Main...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Bach 181L Cornet

Bb Cornets

$4,582

Cornet, L-bore: 11.74 mm, Brass bell, 25 Bell, Monel valves, Thumb saddle on 1st valve slide, Fixed...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Adams CN2 Bb Cornet

Bb Cornets

$4,123

Bb Cornet, L-bore: 12 mm, Gold brass bell, Cup diameter: 126 mm, Wall thickness: 0.55 mm, Medium...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Smith-Watkins K2 Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$4,353

Bb Cornet, Professional Series, L-bore (11.94 mm), K2 lead pipe made of brass, Brass valve...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Yamaha YCR-8335 02 Cornet

Bb Cornets

$3,849

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

4.6 AudioFu Score

pBone music pCornet Blue

Bb Cornets

$143

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

4.8 AudioFu Score

pBone music pCornet Red

Bb Cornets

$142

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

4.5 AudioFu Score

Yamaha YCR-6335 SII Cornet

Bb Cornets

$2,519

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

4.8 AudioFu Score

Schagerl Hans Gansch Bb- Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,913

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

4.5 AudioFu Score

Schagerl K-451L Bb- Cornet

Bb Cornets

$800

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

4.6 AudioFu Score

Schagerl K-620L Bb- Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,171

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

4.5 AudioFu Score

Schagerl K-610L Bb- Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,018

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

4.6 AudioFu Score

Startone PCR-20 Bb- Cornet Blue

Bb Cornets

$148

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

$1,029

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

4.4 AudioFu Score

Thomann CR-960S Superior Cornet

Bb Cornets

$973

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

4.6 AudioFu Score

Thomann CR-960L Superior Cornet

Bb Cornets

$915

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

4.7 AudioFu Score

Jupiter JCR700RQ Bb- Cornet

Bb Cornets

$808

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

$571

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

$515

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

$456

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

4.7 AudioFu Score

Yamaha YCR-4330 GSII Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,258

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

$1,144

Yamaha YCR-4330 GII 02 Cornet, Bb-Cornet, Short design, Bore: ML 11.65mm (0.459"), Newly designed rounded lead pipe,...

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Yamaha YCR-2330 III Cornet

Bb Cornets

$865

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

4.9 AudioFu Score

Yamaha YCR-2310 SIII Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,029

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

4.4 AudioFu Score

Yamaha YCR-2310 III Cornet

Bb Cornets

$915

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

4.6 AudioFu Score

Yamaha YCR-8335 S 02 Cornet

Bb Cornets

$4,067

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

4.8 AudioFu Score

Yamaha YCR-8335 GS 02 Cornet

Bb Cornets

$3,894

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

4.9 AudioFu Score

Besson BE928G-2 Sovereign Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$4,009

Weight 1.1 kg

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

4.7 AudioFu Score

Besson BE928-1 Sovereign Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$4,009

Weight 1.1 kg

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

4.9 AudioFu Score

Yamaha YCR-6335 II Cornet

Bb Cornets

$2,290

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

4.9 AudioFu Score

Thomann CR 600 G Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$343

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

Bb Cornets

$254

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

4.5 AudioFu Score

Yamaha YCR-2330 SIII Cornet

Bb Cornets

$1,076

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

4.3 AudioFu Score

Yamaha YCR-8335 G 02 Cornet

Bb Cornets

$3,849

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

4.7 AudioFu Score

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

Bb Cornets

$2,921

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

4.8 AudioFu Score

Besson BE2028-2 Prestige Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$5,236

Weight 1.225 kg

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

4.6 AudioFu Score

Schilke XA1 Bb-Cornet

Bb Cornets

$5,499

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

4.3 AudioFu Score

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

Smith-Watkins Soloist Bb-Cornet

Antoine Courtois AC243-1-0 Bb-Cornet

Martin Böhme Praedo Bb-Cornet

Taylor Trumpets Orpheus Bb-Cornet

Thomann Cornet Beginning Set

Besson BE2029-2 Prestige Bb-Cornet

Bach 181L Cornet

Adams CN2 Bb Cornet

Smith-Watkins K2 Bb-Cornet

Yamaha YCR-8335 02 Cornet

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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