Yamaha Neo Cornet Mouthpiece, 17B Small Shank

The Yamaha Neo Cornet Mouthpiece, 17B is suited to advanced brass band players who want added freedom, clarity, and control. Featuring a slightly larger inner rim diameter than the 16B4 model, it gives you more room to manoeuvre, making technical passages feel less restricted while supporting a confident playing style.

A semi-shallow cup helps keep your tone bright and focused, so soprano cornet lines remain clear within the band. At the same time, the carefully balanced design ensures a steady, reliable feel across the instrument?s range. Yamaha?s specialised Neo heat treatment also plays a key role, helping you achieve a warmer, more rounded sound without losing that essential brilliance. Combined with a responsive throat and backbore, this mouthpiece supports quick articulation and smooth airflow for precise, expressive playing.