Description
The Padovani Music CR3 Premium Cornet Mouthpiece with Resonator was developed to provide a balanced combination of comfort, rim support, response, and the traditional sound of the cornet, using a diameter that is widely known and commonly used by brass players.
With a 16.30 mm (0.641") inner rim diameter, the CR3 provides good embouchure space and a comfortable, supportive feel. The number 3 is one of the most traditional mouthpiece sizes among brass players, making this model particularly interesting for musicians who are already familiar with similar dimensions.
For trumpet players accustomed to the Padovani A3 or 3C-reference mouthpieces, the CR3 diameter provides a familiar rim area, helping make the transition between the two instruments more comfortable. Despite this similarity in rim size, the CR3 features an internal geometry developed specifically for cornet, preserving the response and tonal characteristics expected from the instrument.
Its deep V-shaped cup promotes a smooth, dark, mellow, and full-bodied tone, maintaining the traditional tonal identity of the cornet. The combination of the 16.30 mm diameter and deep cup provides good embouchure space, tonal body, and a balanced response across different registers.
Its 4.20 mm throat, combined with the Standard backbore, provides good airflow, balanced response, and a broad sound, contributing to comfortable and expressive playing.
The CR3 Premium is an excellent choice for bands, churches, brass ensembles, brass bands, popular music, solo playing, and a wide variety of musical settings featuring the cornet. It is also a particularly interesting option for trumpet players who also play cornet and are looking for a familiar rim size.
The CR3 Premium features the Padovani Music resonator system, available in a variety of finishes. In addition to its visual elegance, the resonator allows the player to explore different tonal and projection characteristics. The mouthpiece can be played with or without the resonator, allowing the response to be adjusted according to the player's preferences.
See the illustration below for a cross-sectional view of the mouthpiece and its main dimensions and internal characteristics.
Illustrative image. Please refer to the technical specifications for the model dimensions.
The CR3 Premium is particularly well suited for players looking for:
