Where do you put ligature?

Where do you put ligature?

left mouthpiece: ligature towards the back, right mouthpiece: ligature towards the front. Depending on which way you move your ligature, there are consistent changes to your sound. Each player needs to experience these for himself or herself and figure out what tone they most prefer.

What is a clarinet ligature?

A clarinet ligature is a ringed device that holds the reed onto the mouthpiece. In order to work properly, the reed must be held firmly to the mouthpiece with just enough pressure to secure it while still allowing the reed to vibrate freely. Early models of ligatures were made out of string.

What is a ligature for clarinet?

Ligatures and caps are essential components to single-reed woodwind instruments like the clarinet and saxophone. Ligatures specifically hold the reed and mouthpiece firmly together while still allowing the mouthpiece itself to vibrate. Early on ligatures consisted of twine which was then tied around the reed.

How high should the reed be on a clarinet?

It’s just like exercising any other muscle! So for beginners, we’d recommend starting with reeds under 2.5 before graduating to higher numbers. But don’t worry about just sticking with lower numbers and if you’re struggling to get a good tone on the low notes try a soft reed.

Does clarinet ligature make a difference?

Many clarinetists believe that ligatures won’t make a discernible difference in sound, but this isn’t the case. Although ligatures will not yield quite as obvious of a difference as mouthpieces or clarinets, they do offer subtle differences in sound and response.

What ligatures do I need for a tenor clarinet?

Pillinger lig & cap, BGL80 Tradition (longer cap required) or Francois Louis Ultimate tenor size ‘L’ with a small washer between the plate and lig BGL27MJ or L40 Tradition (for thicker reeds) Almost any tenor ligature will fit these models. All use standard bass clarinet ligatures.

How does the ultimate ligature work?

The Ultimate Ligature is more than just a trendy accessory, it has been conceived as an instrument in its own right. The tightening by a single central screw ensures an even distribution of the pressure on the reed and allows the reed to vibrate freely without damping the natural vibration of the mouthpiece.

What ligatures are available for LL tenor and HB Alto?

Our own ligatures and caps are now available for LL tenor and HB Alto. These are inverted screw design in gold lacquer (screw on top and band around the reed, as with BG and Rovner soft ligs) This lig also fits the P baritone.

What is a reed ligature and how does it work?

The tightening by a single central screw ensures an even distribution of the pressure on the reed and allows the reed to vibrate freely without damping the natural vibration of the mouthpiece. Thanks to the resonating pipes this ligature generates a range of sympathetic vibrations that enrich the player’s sound.

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