Ligatures and mouthpiece caps
Ligatures & Caps for Sale
This page shows ligatures and caps mostly from BG and Vandoren, including the BG Flex Ligature range and Vandoren Klassik ligatures for alto saxophone and Bb clarinet.
- BG Flex Ligature, alto and tenor
- Vandoren Klassik Ligature
- BG Standard Ligature Soprano Sax
- Conn Selmer Alto Sax Ligature
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How to choose
Try a ligature on your existing mouthpiece and reed combination before assuming a new one will fix a tone issue.
Beginner
A student should start with a simple option like the BG L4R Standard Ligature for clarinet, which is straightforward to fit and adjust. Tighten screws evenly and only as much as needed to hold the reed in place.
Intermediate
A player wanting a change in response should try the BG Flex Ligature for Alto or Tenor Saxophone, which is designed to let the reed vibrate more freely than a standard clamp style. Compare it against your current ligature over a few practice sessions before deciding.
Expert
An experienced player should compare the Vandoren Klassik Ligature against metal options like the Conn Selmer Tenor Sax Lig Gold for subtle differences in projection and warmth. Keep a couple of ligature options on hand for different playing situations, from solo work to louder ensemble settings.
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About Ligatures & Caps
A ligature holds the reed against the mouthpiece, and its material and design affect how freely the reed vibrates, shaping tone and response. Players often try several ligatures on the same mouthpiece to find the best match.
This page is mostly BG and Vandoren, covering the BG Flex range for alto and tenor saxophone, Vandoren's Klassik ligatures for clarinet and saxophone, and Conn Selmer and other metal ligature options.
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