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By far the most flexible ligature I have ever tried.

The first time I saw the JLV ligature, I was captivated by its exquisite design that blends artistic beauty with technological sophistication. Its improvement in reed performance impressed me even more—it fully stimulates reed vibration, enabling the best possible sound resonance and allowing me to focus more on delivering the ideal tone I envision.

From the very first try, the JLV ligature allowes me to produce a clear, precise, and projecting sound, which helps me focus on musical expression.

JLV ligatures provides me with sound and flexibility I never thought possible from a ligature! With JLV, every reed plays better, and I can spend more time focused on performance!

I've been using the JLV platinum plated ligature for more than 3 years, and I'm still amazed by its consistency, responsiveness and the smoothness in all registers. It also makes my life easier as most reeds work perfectly with this ligature. The best ligature I've ever used!

"Magnifique". With the JLV ligature, I found excellent balance right from the start, and it made it easier to find a good timbre.

I did not expect it at all, after so many years of playing this instrument, I didn’t think I could still improve so much the ease and consistency of sound production, the spectral response, and the roundness.

Fluidity, flexibility, and freedom. The JLV ligature embraces my reeds in a way that no other ligature can equal, offering a sense of security while allowing my artistic voice to express itself freely through my instrument. It is a true pleasure to play with a JLV ligature, and I have never once felt the slightest desire to go back.

The JLV ligature, plated in gold and platinum, is the perfect alliance between innovation and elegance. It offers an optimal vibration of the reed, an incomparable projection, a tone of exceptional richness, and an unparalleled playing comfort for maximum expressiveness. A true reference for enthusiasts and professionals in pursuit of excellence.

With the JLV ligature every note blossoms freely: the reed vibrates without obstacles and the sound opens up like a luminous voice, full of life. From the very first time I used it, I loved how easily the reed vibrated and how natural the sound felt. Every musical phrase flows with spontaneity and intensity, making the sound an expression of pure emotion.

I am captivated by this ligature. The playing becomes easier with multiplied possibilities of colors and nuances... The homogeneity between the registers is complete, and I also feel that the altissimo register is easier to produce and more accurate in terms of intonation. The timbre of the instrument is both rounder and brighter. Here are my new sensations after one week with this new ligature tested in the orchestra.

The JLV ligatures have truly transformed my way of playing the saxophone. They offer a powerful and clear projection, an incredible flexibility, and a total control of the sound across all registers. What I appreciate the most is the tonal richness they bring, allowing me to express every nuance with authenticity. Without a doubt, they are an essential accessory for any saxophonist in search of quality and excellence in performance.

The ligature offers a centered and rich sound while simultaneously opening the upper and lower frequencies in a very musical and more intuitively controllable way.

The JLV Ligature marries brilliant engineering and advanced tonal control in an innovative and new package for saxophonists across all genres all over the world.

The JLV Ligature combines sleek design with durable construction, optimizing reed vibration and resonance. It delivers a consistent and round tone across all registers, from easy emission in the low range to seamless transitions to the altissimo. The reed vibrates freely, resulting in warm, rich tones and crisp articulations with powerful projection. Thank you!

It’s incredible how such a small object can make such a big difference. In this little gem, you can see all the passion for development and research at the service of us, musicians. Thank you, Jean-Luc, thank you, JLV.

Since I discovered JLV, I feel much more comfortable with my sound, and using reeds has become more natural and flexible.

The JLV LIGATURE expresses different tonal colors depending on the material. Its innovative design eliminates pressure on the mouthpiece and the reed, producing a uniform and resonant sound from the lowest to the highest notes. I love this ligature.

It offers me stability across all registers, precise response, and great ease in shaping the sound. It is a tool that matches my playing style and provides me with confidence and comfort. The JLV ligature allows me to express all my flexibility, control, and resonance, whatever the repertoire. I love it because it lets me focus on the essence: the music.

The first time I tried JLV ligatures, it was a true love at first sight. No more hours spent trying reeds, numbering them to be sure of having the right one on the big day — with JLV ligatures, I am now confident with all my reeds. They allow me to focus on interpretation rather than technique. The sound is centered and powerful, and articulation becomes very easy across the entire range of the instrument. The different finishes make a real difference in the color of the sound. In short,...

It is a privilege for me to be part of the JLV SOUND Paris family as an ambassador. JLV products stand out for their outstanding precision and craftsmanship, offering technical solutions that truly make a difference in performance. The JLV ligature allows the reed to vibrate more freely, ensuring a rich, flexible sound with great projection across all registers. In addition, its carefully designed ergonomics provide comfort and stability, resulting in greater confidence during...

"My encounter with JLV ligatures was among the most genuine possible: I tried them and simply fell in love with them. The richness of sound and harmonics that helps me produce my platinum ligature, the easiness of the emission and the clarity of the articulation made me immediately opt for this product.

The JLV Ligature offers us an exceptional palette of tonal colors, ease of play across all registers, providing great homogeneity to our saxophone ensemble.

Sound versatility, expanded dynamic range, more precise articulation, and greater ease with reeds. Honestly, the best ligature I have ever tried for baritone saxophone.

When I tried the JLV ligatures for the first time, I was amazed by their precision, comfort, and flexibility across all registers and all dynamics. Many thanks to the JLV family for this excellent work that improves the daily life of saxophonists and clarinetists. Right now, I worry much less about my reeds. Bravo!

The JLV ligature helps me to achieve a fuller sound, provides extra stability in the altissimo register and makes my sound more vibrant and resonant in general. Thank you, JLV for creating this little piece of magic, that helps me play my best!

I recently received the ligature and have already played five concerts with it. I adore it!

The JLV ligature offers us an exceptional palette of tonal colors, effortless response across all registers, providing great homogeneity to our saxophone ensemble.

The ideal ligature for playing a demanding mouthpiece on the baritone saxophone. Playing comfort and reed selection are greatly simplified. Precise and homogeneous!

The JLV ligature immediately captivated me with its effortless response and remarkable clarity. An innovative product that delivers significant benefits to instrumental performance.

JLV ligatures have a profound impact on the saxophone sound: richness of tone, articulation precision, and timbre consistency. They are crafted to enhance the overall sonic performance. From the very first note, the excellence of this ligature is immediately apparent.

The JLV Ligature allows you to find the perfect balance between sound quality consistency and intonation. A masterful craftsmanship at the service of music.

A love at first blow! I became a fan of JVL ligatures immediately when I tried them. They allow me to play with ease and produce the exact sound I want.

The JLV Ligature provides a high level of response and ease of play that is unmatched. I am currently using the gold-plated version which provides me with a spectrum of tonal colors in my artistic toolkit. I look forward to many more concerts with my JLV ligature!

The JLV ligature is a crucial element that immediately intensifies the sound projection and homogeneity of the saxophone in all registers while maintaining clarity and flexibility in the sound. Congratulations and thank you JLV!

Among all the ligatures I have played, the JLV Sound ligature is undoubtedly the one that has captured all my attention. This ligature provides me with great ease and excellent flexibility in sound production. Indeed, it allows me to freely produce a rich palette of different tonal colors. Thanks to the JLV Sound ligature, my music can be conveyed with greater clarity and precision.

The JLV Ligature is truly a ligature made without compromise. Its effortless response combined with a rich tone is unmatched.

Hello! I am Vittorio Quinquennale. I wanted to give my opinion on the JLV: yesterday, I tried it in concert and it was incredible. The sound, the control of dynamics, and the sound projection were superb. Thank you for this creation! JLV Ligature, an amazing creation: sound projection, ease of play, and innovative design. An absolute must-try!

I am delighted with the improvements brought by the JLV ligature! I experience enhanced brilliance, precision, and responsiveness, offering a variety of tonal colors suitable for any musical situation. The ease of play and purity of sound allow me to perform effortlessly, without worrying about the instrument. Thank you, JLV!

The JLV ligatures have been a great surprise. They allow me to have exceptional control, a more stable tuning, and a smooth legato across all registers and dynamics. Moreover, they offer a wide palette of colors and timbres as well as significant flexibility in the sound. Amazing!

Since I started using these ligatures, my sound has become even better — more stability across all registers, a pure and rocking tone at the same time. I love it!

Excellent ligature! Carefully selected materials provide incredible flexibility and allow the vibrations to flourish fully.

Since I started using the JLV Platinum Gold Plated ligature, my sound has become much richer, with numerous harmonics and greater projection. I feel that the reed vibrates more freely, allowing me to focus more on interpretation and less on struggling with the equipment.

I love the JLV ligature! An absolutely exceptional product. From the very first notes, I could hear the enhanced sound quality and the increased precision in every type of articulation. I experience great joy with each of my performances! Congratulations to Jean-Luc Vignaud for this remarkable achievement!

I love JLV for its sound and the precision of its articulation.

For the first time ever, I feel like a ligature doesn't just offer a pleasant sound and easy emission, but acts as my true partner in creating all colours and expressions of sound I can imagine.

The JLV ligature is not only beautifully designed, it also solves a problem that has long frustrated me: the fit between the reed and the mouthpiece. The ligature can be customized for sound and style, yet each variation accomplishes the crucial task of reducing leaks along the side rails. This is done while preserving the reed’s freedom to vibrate, and in fact, provides the reed with an even freer vibration, allowing the mouthpiece to control tone—without stifling the reed to compensate for...

I really enjoy playing with this new ligature, it makes my sound even more focused. I feel much more in control, it's very flexible and rich! Thank you JLV!!

JLV ligature are the real and undeniable improvement to my saxophone playing. On baritone sax the sound control is better than on any other materials I used before. The sound is rich and compact. The ligature’s many placing posibillities offer to a player extraordinary field of tonal research.

Incredible ligature! The JLV ligatures completely changed my sound. Thanks to their high quality materials they give me a round, overtone-filled to

My recent experience with the JLV ligature is the first time I have been moved enough to recommend a product. It is simply unique, and its quality is absolutely the best!

I never thought a ligature could make such a difference. From the very first note, I felt how the JLV Platinum ligature brought out a harmonic spectrum I had never heard on my saxophone. JLV gives me more freedom and great flexibility.

JLV ligature provides a homogeneous sound in all registers, helping specially in the middle one, making the sound rounder and deeper. It allows reeds to vibrate freely, facilitating the emission in general and the altissimo particularly. Their construction helps to optimize all the reeds, improving their qualities. In short, it is an extraordinary material!

With this amazing ligature, the beginnig of the tone is easier and more stabile.

I’ve adopted the JLV ligatures and I’m really happy with all the expressive possibilities they offer! The tonal nuances, the legato, and the control it provides really impressed me! JLV Ligatures allows me to enrich my sound with a lot of details.

JLV products are synonymous with elegance, innovation and quality. My gold-plated ligature give to the reeds a versatility I had not previously discovered. In addition, my alto sax resonance ring allows me to maintain a stable intonation even in the highest register, which tends to be high.” II prodotti JLV sono sinonimo di eleganza, innovazione e qualità. Le mie legature placcate in oro donano alle ance che uso una versatilità che prima non avevo ancora scoperto....

The JLV ligature gives you the ability to be as flexible as you want, while maintaining high‑quality sound and articulation throughout the saxophone register. Its unique design allows the vibration to take center stage and the player to connect with their sound in a natural way.

The JLV ligature is incredible for the exceptional musicality it allows; notes can be connected more easily, especially in the low register. The ligature provides the baritone saxophone with remarkable ease of sound production and legato in the harmonic register.

The JLV ligatures have significantly enhanced the breadth and projection of my sound. Without a doubt, an essential choice for any saxophonist seeking quality and precision.

From the very first moment I played with the JLV ligatures, I felt they were made for me. With them, I achieve a purer and clearer sound. Articulations are easier across all dynamics. Thank you for this fantastic advancement!

The JLV ligature has truly elevated my saxophone playing, enhancing tonal richness, responsiveness, and expressive freedom. I love how it optimizes my reeds, providing greater consistency and control. After experiencing its impact on my tenor saxophone, I can’t wait to explore its full potential across all my saxophones!

After many years of research, I truly find that the JLV ligature makes a difference. It provides a pleasant core to the sound and more easily generates harmonics. It adapts to my setup and makes it easier for me to find my ideal sound.

Response, resonance, and homogeneity of sound are effortlessly achievable with the JLV Ligature. It provides a seal between the reed and mouthpiece that no other ligature can, making every reed the reed. For the professional saxophonist, JLV isn't just an accessory -- it's a necessity.

Revolutionary! The JLV ligature gives me exactly the tone, response, and flexibility I seek. It’s something very special when such a small object can have such a profound impact on the way I connect with my instrument and music.

Great ease, a beautiful sound!

It’s a giant leap for the saxophone. The JLV Ligature allows for a full sound. The sound emission is facilitated by the low resistance of the reed with the ligature. An immediate and instant sound. Finally, the reed has found its ideal partner!!!

The JLV ligature is simply incredible. Richness of sound, projection, homogeneity from the low to the high registers, ease of emission… And its base stabilizes the reeds! What more can be said? Thank you, JLV!

Ease of play, quick response, easy to position and very good ergonomics: I always use it with great satisfaction.

I play with it… it's a sign that doesn't lie! From a technical point of view, it allows the reed to vibrate better, and thus the intensity is the same from the lowest to the highest register. I tried it at my friend, Luthier Hervé Martin… Dave Liebmann had recommended it to me, he finds it great… and since then, I have adopted it.

The JLV Ligature, a simple and beautiful idea that has a strong influence on the sound and its evolution.

The "JLV" Ligature combines a decidedly modern look with remarkable efficiency! Remarkable for the excellent reed stability, which allows a very comfortable low-to-high range consistency. The adjustments are multiple thanks to the side screws. A highly successful product that deserves great success among the best soloists!!

The JLV Paris Ligature is incredible..!!! I use the gold model and I feel a lot of projection, a warm sound, freedom, good melody, and versatility with my setup... It is truly the best ligature I have ever used...!!!

JLV creates an incredible sound, it gives me the tone I desire.

I’ve been using the JLV ligature since it was released. I was immediately fascinated by the sound quality I achieved with it, incomparable to other ligatures, and beyond having a better sound, I feel more at ease with my reeds (no more air leaks on the edges!). The soprano, which I used to dread a little, has become much more pleasant and comfortable to play. Even my 7-year-old son got into it (curved soprano), and he notices the difference compared to a standard ligature! For me, I hear a...

I have finally found this historic invention for saxophonists. This wonderful ligature makes me play like I never have before. It suits all registers and responds very quickly for fast techniques. I love it so much!

I am very happy and excited to be part of your adventure! I am truly very satisfied with the result achieved with this product! I have highly recommended it…

Using the JLV Ligature makes it easier to perform the different styles of music I play, such as Jazz, Latin Music, and Pop. It is truly superb and highly recommended.

One day, a friend told me about a revolutionary ligature… Thinking we had seen it all in this field, I found the claims exaggerated, but I still wanted to try it. Then it was like a "sip of magic potion" — the saxophone vibrated beautifully, and even the slightest breath expressions came out wonderfully. A marvel. From now on, know that everything is possible!

It is immediately clear that the JLV ligature is superior in its design, appearance, and its ability to fully exploit the timbre and sound of the reed. It took me some time to free myself from the constraints imposed by other ligatures. JLV is my solution. JLV is my ligature of choice for the tenor saxophone and for all saxophones. Playing with this JLV ligature is like sitting at a Parisian café terrace, savoring a robust French cabernet while gazing into the beautiful eyes of a French...

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We spend our lives searching for a sound, a personality on our instrument. Like all saxophonists, I had heard about the JLV ligature without really believing in it, but being naturally curious, I had the chance to test it during a tour... And then, what a pleasure!!! The sound became more homogeneous throughout the entire range, broader, with an incomparable ease of emission. Because of my profession, I’ve been able to try everything available in ligatures... Today I have adopted it on all...

The JLV Ligature is Magical! From the first note, you feel the difference. The reed vibrates more and delivers a sound rich in harmonics. It’s very enjoyable to play. When you change the base position, the sound changes, offering many possibilities.

This ligature is a fantastic idea, with a refined design and remarkable craftsmanship. The reed vibrates as freely as possible, and that is exactly what every musician seeks to create their own sound.

A great ease of emission across the entire range of the instrument. Easier attacks, natural harmonics... and fewer difficulties in finding a perfect reed.

For two years I have been a big fan of this JLV ligature, and now there is a new bronze base, which brings even more progress for the sound! Bravissimo JLV! Super!

The JLV ligatures allow me to make the most of the reed’s vibration, shaping the sound to my liking and achieving a wide range of tonal colors depending on the interpretation of each style. They have been a true revolution in my conception of sound.

The JLV ligature gives me real playing comfort, in all registers and across all dynamics. It finally allows me to stop worrying about technical issues and to focus entirely on the music itself! Thank you, Jean-Luc Vignaud.

An original design offering a unique result in projection. The reed vibrates with great freedom. A pure sound!

I have tried many ligatures. JLV is very free and flexible. I love its projection and the purity of the sound.

A lot of freedom and confidence in choosing my reeds. Great sound richness and excellent projection, even in challenging settings.

I find that this ligature makes the sound very focused.

Finally, a ligature that releases the harmonics. Richness, roundness, but above all more precision in articulation. The sense of “family” is also very present in the interactions. A perfect collaboration in the making…

I had the pleasure of trying the JLV ligature for saxophone in a music store. They are truly exceptional, connecting the different musical registers across all octaves of the saxophone very well. Moreover, I found this ligature especially good with light reeds, but in general it suits all types of reeds and mouthpieces.

Brilliant ligature, more responsive.

The JLV ligature allows me to develop the sound beyond anything I could have imagined, without any extra effort. It’s a true bouquet of tonal colors for pure acoustic joy.

It’s much more than a beautiful ligature. It’s a true game-changer. You only feel its real potential after a few minutes of playing. The comfort, clarity, richness of sound, ease of articulation and tuning are incredible. The list goes on and on and on! The world of ligatures will never be the same. It’s so much a part of my instrument that I can’t imagine playing without it – on all my instruments. I wonder how the musical world managed before Jean-Luc’s brilliant concept. I challenge you to...

The JLV Ligature: an open, free, and centered sound with strong projection. Truly impressive!

Jean-Luc Vignaud has created a revolutionary ligature. A ligature that truly makes a difference. The only ligature in the world capable of giving you the freedom to choose where to hold your reed. This allows you to truly modify the reed’s response, whether it is cane or synthetic. The ligature’s contact with the reed is always minimized thanks to four small contact points, giving it the appearance of a little spider. I could never go back. The difference with any other ligature is such...

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The JLV ligature is incredible. The reed vibrates more and delivers a sound rich in harmonics. I love its projection and its pure sound. The comfort, clarity, full rich tone, ease of articulation, and intonation are amazing… For me, it’s the best ligature in the world. Bravo Jean-Luc!

The JLV ligature is without a doubt the best I have ever used. Its design allows me to play all registers with ease while maintaining a high-quality sound and excellent projection. It gives me more flexibility, freedom, and confidence to perform all styles of music. Bravo JLV!

You truly realize what the JLV Ligature brings when you compare it with another ligature. Right away, you notice the harmonic richness it provides, as well as the roundness of the sound, the playing quality, and the precision of articulation, which are all considerably improved. I was skeptical that a ligature could make such a difference… now I’m convinced!

JLV Sound is the ligature that allows you to play with maximum freedom and sound flexibility.

It makes the reed feel more natural and its vibration is more consistent. When playing the low note on the saxophone, the staccato is very easy to produce and to maintain a perfect vibration, which really surprised me. The JLV is the best I have ever tried!

The JLV ligature gives me a sound of extreme flexibility, a free sound, and quick response. I found it very easy to produce the low notes, the intervals, and the roundness of the sound is beautiful. It is truly the best ligature I have ever used. Bravo JLV!!

The JLV ligatures offer real playing comfort and truly optimize the use of reeds thanks to their ingenious system. Thank you for this great discovery!

The JLV ligature is, in my opinion, the most important innovation in the saxophone world. It is superior to anything I have played in terms of intonation, projection, and consistency. I believe the JLV ligatures give me more freedom to express myself musically than ever before. Thank you JLV.

From the very first breath, the quality of the vibration and the fullness of the sound are richer, and the reed is better held! Congratulations.

The JLV ligatures offer excellent performance and allow me an unmatched sound differentiation compared to other ligatures. It is therefore an important element of my instrument that I greatly appreciate.

The JLV ligatures have been a great discovery for me. The JLV ligatures produce a round and broad sound, which in turn possesses a great richness of harmonics, making it easier to achieve emission and balance across all the registers of my bass clarinets, alto clarinet, basset horn, bass clarinet, and contrabass clarinet.

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Excellent sound quality, with easy high notes and deep lows. The JLV ligature allowed me to play reeds I would have initially rejected! Using two original Selmer Soloist mouthpieces, openings E and H, I am very satisfied with this purchase, which perfectly illustrates French craftsmanship.

JLV, what a joy! After 6 months of use, no reed (new or used) can resist this ligature. The sound is well-centered, broad, and uniform across all registers. Ease in producing harmonics, flexibility for articulation, and enhanced control of dynamics. In short, once you try it, you’ll adopt it.

The JLV ligatures allow me to achieve an extraordinary range of colors, project the sound, and optimally facilitate all types of articulations and tone possibilities to fully enjoy playing.

When a small thing makes a big difference. Incredible control and smoothness of sound across all registers. JLV truly helps you play the way you want.

The JLV Ligature plated in gold, its fantastic and unique vibration allows for a wonderful sound with excellent projection and balance, all with enormous ease of emission. Also, in the use of reeds and the elimination of noise, it is incredible and unique. I love it.

I believe this is the revolution of ligatures. It allows the sound to flow quickly without losing quality. This is possible thanks to the unique flexibility of this model and its decidedly avant-garde design. You should have no doubt: this is the right choice!

JLV ligature, the best ligatures I have ever used. It is a revolutionary design that aims not only to create a new perspective, but also to enhance actual performance. It offers great responsiveness, allowing me to play effortlessly across all registers and all styles of music, without losing the sound’s quality.

Ease of response, warmth of tone, richness of harmonics… On tenor sax or alto. With JLV ligatures, I have rediscovered the pleasure of shaping the sound of my instruments. The quality of the materials is magnificent, the finish is perfect… Bravo JLV!!!

The JLV ligatures provide me with real playing comfort, allowing a precise adjustment of my reeds’ responsiveness, which, in all circumstances, enables me to develop a wide range of colors on my saxophones.

I play the JLV ligature on all my saxophones and clarinets, and it is neither by chance nor by snobbery. Whatever the instrument, I constantly seek homogeneity and precision across all registers and dynamics. Very clearly, and after a number of perfectly conclusive trials, it turns out that, according to my aesthetic choices, this ligature outclasses everything I had before.

The richness of harmonics and the purity of sound with the JLV Ligature, but the first surprise of this ligature is the ease of emission in all registers and at all dynamics. A great instrument like the baritone saxophone often has a blurred sound, but this ligature compensates for that weakness. Thank you JLV, the savior of baritone saxophonists!

Here are a few words that could illustrate the undeniable playing comfort I feel with the JLV ligature: ease of emission in all registers, precision, fineness, space, thickness, depth, expansion, and freedom of the sound... Even the most “difficult” reeds have a clearly improved result with the JLV ligature.

With the JLV Sound ligatures, which I use on clarinets and basset horn, the two key words are emission and projection. They provide an ease of playing in all styles of music and do not “lock in” the sound of the instrument. I highly recommend them!

For an instrument like the baritone saxophone, the JLV Ligature is ideal! It offers an astonishing ease of emission and a round and pure sound.

The JLV ligature gives me the possibility to feel free, reveals all my strengths, and makes my sound particularly unique.

I play with the JLV ligature plated in platinum-gold and the gold-plated ligature, because they offer me greater sound flexibility in all registers. The articulation in the high register, in particular, works much better with the JLV ligatures.

The very first time I tried the JLV ligature, I was amazed by the range of colors that can be achieved. This ligature offers new sound possibilities, with an exceptional purity, and remarkably it “opens” the sound. It gives complete freedom in playing.

The JLV saxophone ligature appears to be designed to enhance the playing experience for musicians of all levels by realigning reeds, facilitating playability, and freeing harmonics. These features can be particularly appealing for saxophonists seeking to improve their sound and playing ability. However, the effectiveness of the JLV ligature in achieving these benefits may depend on several factors, such as the player’s skill level, playing style, and personal preferences. It is always wise...

The JLV ligatures truly surprised me. They have an elegant and original design, offering a better response on the saxophone in terms of resonance, intonation, and playability. An incredible discovery. Proud to be their first Italian ambassador. Highly recommended.

Before trying the JLV ligature, I thought there was no notable difference between brands. With the JLV, the sound is more pure and focused, the articulation more flexible, and it is much easier to find the right reeds.

This ligature brings my sound a freedom that makes it easier to explore different musical colors and enhances projection.

The JLV Ligature is the best ligature I have ever used, its design is unique. It gives me a clearer sound. I hope that in the future more and more saxophonists in China will be able to use it.

I have found in this ligature a pure and natural sound, with great clarity in articulation, giving me great flexibility to perform all kinds of music — from transcriptions to contemporary music.

With JLV Sound, I have found a ligature that truly improves the responsiveness and durability of my reeds, while preserving a rich, clear sound with excellent projection.

The JLV ligature is a well-designed and high-quality accessory, performing across all registers and at all dynamics. Its design allows for a clear, rich sound with excellent harmonics. It provides me with great comfort and optimal control while playing.

The JLV ligature is simply incredible, offering a unique response and great fluidity of play on the soprano saxophone. It provides a clear sound rich in harmonics, an exceptional longevity of reeds, and adapts to almost all mouthpiece sizes.

I use the JLV ligature on my two favorite instruments: the baritone saxophone and the soprano saxophone. And I’m a fan… This ligature is lightweight and allows for an excellent vibration of the reed. On the baritone, the JLV ligature has something truly extraordinary: it offers an optimal contact of the reed’s heel on the mouthpiece table. It thus ensures a maximum longevity for the reeds, while also delivering an excellent vibration quality. Bravo! Long live the JLV ligatures!

With the JLV ligatures, I have found my sound profile. I would define the sound they provide as pure, clear, precise, and warm.

The JLV ligature truly stands out from all the others I have tried. To my great surprise, it gave me exactly what I had always been looking for: a true freedom of breath, a sound both fluid and solid, as well as a natural support for intonation. Its remarkable balance across the entire range, from the lowest notes to the highest, completely won me over.

With the JLV ligatures and phonic rings, I have found an unmatched ease of playing. The sound projection is enhanced across all registers, and the altissimo range is made easier. The sound is both warm and bright, with an incredible harmonic richness. I feel free to explore all repertoires, different playing styles, and articulations. Thank you JLV for these innovations!

Beyond the sound quality and projection it offers, what surprised me most with this ligature is without a doubt the ease of playing. I had never felt so comfortable with so many aspects of the saxophone. The response across all registers, the wide dynamic range, the richness of colors… this is truly a well-designed ligature! Honestly, I had never really believed in the impact a ligature could have until I tried the JLV. It is truly worth adopting. It brings real ease of emission,...

Finally, the ligature that all saxophonists have been waiting for! The JLV Ligature is an exceptional product, precisely designed to enhance the sound of the instrument. Thanks to its innovative design, it offers an incredibly smooth and spontaneous response, delivering a rich, homogeneous, and vibrant tone across the entire range. Its immediate reactivity guarantees absolute control while never restricting the freedom of expression, for a full, projected, and enveloping sound. The range...

The JLV ligature allows the clarinet to breathe. The sound is alive, rich in colors. It is easy to adjust, ultra reliable, and makes playing incredibly natural.

The JLV Sound ligature has been a true revelation for me. It offers exceptional response, allowing for smooth articulation while enriching the depth and richness of the sound. The expanded color palette and ease of play across all registers make it a remarkable choice for any saxophonist seeking tonal flexibility and projection.

These incredible ligatures are simple, lightweight, and tremendously effective. Each reed gives its very best, without warping on the mouthpiece, and their lifespan is significantly extended. The improvement was immediate, and I am delighted to use them both on saxophone and clarinet.

The JLV ligature is the best I have ever played with — exceptionally responsive, reliable, and elegantly designed. Its ability to adapt perfectly to any reed or playing condition gives me unparalleled confidence, both on stage and in rehearsal. As an ambassador, I am truly honored to represent a brand that embodies such consistency, innovation, and excellence.

This ligature offers exceptional playing comfort and stability. It enhances the saxophone’s resonance and provides a quick, even response across the entire range. It reveals the full potential of the saxophone and particularly improves stability and control in the altissimo register.

The JLV ligature reveals the full vibration of my reeds, with exceptional control over the dynamic range, emission, and articulation. It stabilizes the reeds, extends their lifespan, and allows me to use a greater number of them with full confidence. It has become an indispensable ally for me.

Finally, a ligature that can adapt to any type of metal mouthpiece thanks to its clever adjustment system. Moreover, due to its design, it provides an exceptional homogeneity across the different registers. A big thank you to its creator.

I have been playing JLV ligatures since 2017 already; it would be impossible for me to go without them now. Homogeneity, intonation, for me, it’s the best!

JLV ligatures help me improve my playing by providing precision, ease, and excellent projection.

The JLV ligature is first and foremost the encounter with Jean-Luc, both passionate and fascinating. The sound result thanks to his ligatures is amazing: ease of emission across the entire range, a focused sound and beautiful projection, with any reed!

A masterfully crafted ligature that offers unmatched ease of sound production while preserving the reed’s quality over time.

It’s a small detail, but it makes all the difference for me. A flexible sound, a quick response, an easy control! The JLV ligature makes it all possible!

The JLV ligature offers us an exceptional palette of sound colors, ease of emission in all registers, and great homogeneity for our ensemble of saxophones.

The JLV ligature clearly stands out thanks to its harmonic richness and ease of response. It allows me to achieve a round and pure sound across all registers and gives me great versatility in the choice of my reeds. Bravo JLV!

Your ligatures have made the sound of my saxophones broader, rounder, and more precise. I am very satisfied.

The JLV Sound ligature is, for the saxophonist, the key to musical freedom. Homogeneity of color across all registers, ease of sound production and articulation, prolonged reed life thanks to its retabling qualities, unparalleled development of expressive qualities and playing possibilities, customization through a wide choice of models. The JLV Sound ligature represents the excellence of artisanal and artistic craftsmanship.

It is the best ligature I have ever used. I use platinum, it has excellent resonance, better projection, and I can more easily find the colors I want. The JLV ligature is fantastic!

The JLV ligature is a truly innovative product, unique in its kind. Easy to control, it enhances purity and smoothness across all registers. A small change that makes all the difference!

These ligatures deliver on their promises. Saxophonists spend their lives seeking new expressions and new voices, while perfecting their technique and the element that defines their individuality: their sound. The JLV ligature enhances the sonic character of the saxophone, strengthening and projecting resonance, while providing sound support parameters derived from years of technique. The various placement possibilities are excellent, bringing to life reeds once considered inactive, and...

Finally, the ligature every saxophonist is looking for! This incredible ligature, the result of relentless research, makes the sound homogeneous across all registers, offers an incomparable connection between the notes and, above all, unmatched spontaneity in the emission. What more can be said? Simply JLV!

From the first try, I immediately noticed two things: the ease of emission, especially in the low register, and the warm and rich sound the ligature provides. Pure happiness! I love it, thank you Jean-Luc, what a wonderful invention !

During my performances and when choosing a ligature, one of the most important elements for me is to have a ligature I can trust, one that provides my reed with a metallic support to vibrate (in order to center my sound) without damaging my precious and expensive mouthpiece. I have tried a wide variety of ligatures, and I have finally found one of my favorites! It is gold-plated, made of metal, with side protection to preserve my mouthpiece, and an elegant touch – on the screw belt, a purple...

The JLV ligature is a sensation of freedom! I was immediately fascinated by the JLV ligature: the reed is free, the response is easy, and the sound is rich across all registers and all dynamics. Now adopted on all my saxophones, I have trusted this ligature and its passionate inventor since 2014. A beautiful invention, bravo!

The JLV ligatures bring a true revolution to the saxophone world: ease of response across all registers, smooth interval transitions, brilliance and sound richness — everything to meet our precision needs, no matter the repertoire or mouthpiece used.

I fell under the spell of the JLV Ligature from the very first try. It makes the sound brilliant, beautiful, round, and facilitates projection across all registers. A true coup de foudre, thank you!

An exceptional ligature! I have finally managed to find the ideal characteristics for a stable, homogeneous, and harmonic-rich sound across the entire range. It allows for the best control of all reeds with great fluidity.

The JLV ligature is a true revolution for the sound of the instrument. Its ease of emission, purity, harmonics, and tone colors are just a few of its virtues. After trying it, it’s impossible to go back to traditional ligatures; I believe it will become indispensable to every saxophonist.

The JLV ligature is by far the best ligature I have ever tried. It gives the reed maximum performance, keeping the sound vibrant and super responsive. It is a delight for both the ears and the eyes. The JLV ligature is unmatched in taking care of my sound. It holds my reed firmly on my mouthpiece while ensuring it vibrates and resonates without any loss of nuance or volume. It supports the full palette of my sound, from the low B♭ to the stratospheric harmonics. On top of that, it is a true...

The JLV ligature is the best ligature in the world !

Before trying the JLV ligature, I never imagined that a simple accessory could have such an impact on my sound. It only took a few minutes of testing to realize that I had something exceptional in my hands. It’s hard to put into words what I felt, but it was obvious: a new quality of sound, harmonics of incredible intensity, all while maintaining an unprecedented softness. From the very first notes, I also noticed clearer and more precise articulation. Since I tried it, I simply can’t do...

Fantastic, the JLV ligature makes my sound more focused. The great technological innovation of this ligature allows to shape the sound in all its forms, and it allows me to find the perfect characteristics for a stable and homogeneous sound across the entire register. A greater sound impact, better sound control, absolutely incredible !

It's extraordinary! An exquisite design that makes sound production effortless. The tone is more vibrant and expressive. The sound of JLV ligatures stands out for its richness and dynamism, which is why I love them so much.

With the JLV ligature, I can finally focus on developing my sound and my music without worrying about my equipment. The ligature is always reliable, allowing me to play with complete freedom and to find my own personality within the great possibilities offered by JLV.

Do you aspire to sound homogeneity and speed of response? Are you looking for greater precision in attacks across all registers of the saxophone? Do you demand a richness of harmonics? Would you like to make all your reeds work at their best, thanks to the system that allows you to move the ligature on the mouthpiece, giving it the absolute freedom to vibrate? The JLV ligatures will provide you with all this, while letting you discover new colors and new experiences on your saxophones.

JLV has profoundly improved my quality of interpretation, offering unparalleled sound and articulation.

The JLV Ligature provides a rich, round tone with precise and comfortable control of articulation.

I love the JLV ligatures! The sound is very beautiful and powerful, and the control of the low register is much easier.

Excellent ligature ! Thanks to it I can get the most out of my reeds.