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Undoubtedly, the JLV ligature improves sound quality and produces a rich and balanced sound of harmonics. In addition, the product's special design with four-point fixation solves the usual weak points of the reed and also allows for different sound spectra by moving the fixation points. The manufacturing quality is excellent and surpasses more expensive ligatures. Overall, it can be said with certainty that the clarinetist achieves an improvement in sound.
Posted by Diego Uzal
28-03-2025 |
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Your ligature is exceptional for me. I find a quality of sound, a homogeneity over the entire range and it allows me to wear my reeds less... Associated with the ring, I take great pleasure with my alto saxophone in all the orchestras that I frequent (harmonics, jazz workshop and harmony orchestra of Eure-et-Loir) With my blue Syos mouthpiece, people are intrigued by it and then notice the ligature. I am promoting it well and I have to see some colleagues again so that they try it. Posted by Julien Moreau 07-03-2025 |
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Your ligatures are perfect both in terms of manufacture and use. I am an ex-pro saxophonist and I play TS AS and SS all the ranges are easily accessible from the low register to the very high register! Mike Switzerland 07.03.2025 Posted by Mike 07-03-2025 |
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I am a professional saxophonist and I use the platinum plated JLV ligatures on alto and baritone. They are really excellent ligatures, which add harmonics and allow you to play with almost any reed without finding any that are too bad!
Posted by CXLIII
14-01-2025 |
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The JLV Phonic Ring makes the sound even more resonant and smoother to play. I quite enjoy the ring and recommend it to my friends.
Posted by CL
22-10-2024 |
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Thanks to Jean Luc Vignaud for this wonderful invention which makes playing even more fun.
Posted by Emmanuel REVERDI
10-10-2024 |
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I was lucky enough to invest in a 10MFan Celebration ebonite tenor sax mouthpiece, which I recently added a silver-plated JLV ligature to. The difference is astounding in terms of improved sound across the entire range.
Posted by Alain
27-09-2024 |
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The JLV allows for uniform tones. Thanks to the JLV, I can play with comfortable breathing. In addition, it always keeps the reed stable. The JLV is still the best.
Posted by Minji BAE
25-09-2024 |
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JLV Sound have completely changed the way I think about the function of a ligature. These ligatures give me more resonance, releasing more core sound for every note I play. These are remarkable. I cannot play without these now!
Posted by Matt Styles
21-08-2024 |
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I arrived in the store to try it on a metal mouthpiece and a Conn 10M tenor sax from 1946. I was a little doubtful about the fact that it would make a big difference and even more so between the different finishes (like what we would hear at blind the difference in the audience). Well my doubts were resolved quite quickly! straight away we feel much more projection, timbre and ease of emission, it's astonishing. the difference is highly significant. then after testing the different finishes I chose the turntable, it is certainly the most expensive but with my playing and my sax it is the one that gives the most harmonic and roundness to the sound and that too is amazing for me didn't believe it. In short, in the end it's a budget but brought back to the fact that it lasts a lifetime and that the sax and the mouthpiece are worth it (the musician I don't know!!!), I made the purchase because frankly it This is a big plus.
Posted by Christian
19-07-2024 |
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I have adopted the JLV gold ligature and I am really happy with all the expressive possibilities it offers! The tonal nuances it offers, the legato, and the control it provides really impressed me!
Posted by Diego Vergari
10-05-2024 |
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JLV ligature has enormously changed my performance quality. With unrivaled sound and articulation. It?s these little details that make all the difference! A richer, centered and more precise sound to obtain the desired sound, for all musical styles!. Thank you very much JLV! Posted by Elvis Sousa 24-04-2024 |
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The Gold-plated JLV alto saxophone ligature has been an invaluable asset to my artistic toolkit. The clarity and ease of play has been unparalleled since switching to the JLV ligature. I look forward to many more concerts with this ligature!
Posted by Wilson Poffenberger DMA Instructor of Saxophone at Valdosta St
18-04-2024 |
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Gold-plated JLV ligatures create a warm, colorful sound. The saxophone playing is fluid. Playing low notes softly is effortless. There is more homogeneity in color from low notes to high notes. All the research and development at JLV ligatures has resulted in a fantastic product that is an asset to any saxophonist.
Posted by Ankie Mofers
02-04-2024 |
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The JLV ligature is unparalleled when it comes to taking care of my sound. It keeps my reed steadfast on my mouthpiece while simultaneously making sure that it vibrates and resonates without any loss of nuance or volume. It takes care of the entire palette of my sound ranging from the low Bb til stratospheric overtones. In addition to that, it is a true eyecandy. I love it!!! Petter Wettre Posted by Petter Wettre 13-02-2024 |
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In my 53 years of playing saxophone, clarinet and flute, primarily as a classical player, I have tried many types of ligatures and other products that claim to improve sound, articulation, intonation, projection etc. Some products actually did change one of more aspects of my playing, some did not. I am happy to endorse JLV ligatures and phonic rings for delivering on their claims. I have been using the JLV gold-plated ligature on my soprano and the phonic ring on my baritone saxophone for some time now, and I have very recently acquired a gold-plated ligature and phonic ring for my alto. I immediately noticed a significant difference (that I like!) in the richness or fullness of my sound. The response in lower and upper registers is noticeably improved, and I like the flexibility the ligature allows in positioning it for a better response from the reed. The works equally well with my Vandoren traditional cane reeds and with my Legere reeds. JLV products are well engineered, meticulously manufactured, and aesthetically pleasing. They are expensive, but as in most things in life, you get what you pay for. I have no problem recommending JLV ligatures and phonic rings to anyone who is serious about improving their sound and performance.James PybusConcert SaxophonistCanadaian Saxophone QuintetToronto Saxophone Quartet
Posted by James Pybus
16-12-2023 |
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I have now been using the JLV Phonic Rings for a few months and I love them! The Phonic Rings give my sound more core, body, resonance and projection. I would recommend everyone to try them out and experience the difference yourself.
Posted by Jules Baeten solo clarinet Philzuid
07-11-2023 |
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I wanted a new ligature for my soprano saxophone that would give me more freedom in controlling the reed. So I bought a JLV ligature and I was not disappointed, quite the contrary. The sensation of having a tube that resonates from end to end is new with this ligature. Plus, the freedom I wanted is there ! It's even an exhilarating feeling.Mechanically, the ligature is very well thought out and keeps the reed flat. Well done and thank you to the designer !
Posted by Risbly
26-10-2023 |
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This is the best ligature I have ever used. I use platinum ligature, it has great resonance, better penetration and I can find the colors I want more easily. JLV Ligature is fantastic.
Posted by WenCheng JIN
26-09-2023 |
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An extraordinary ligature ! I finally managed to find the perfect characteristics for a stable, homogeneous and harmonic-rich sound across the entire register. This allows me to control all the reeds as well as possible with great fluidity. Extraordinary ligature !
Posted by Chiara Maria Beatrice Cannavale
09-09-2023 |
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One word : fantastic, the JLV ligature makes my sound more focused. The great technological innovation of this ligature makes it possible to shape sound in all its forms. Greater sound impact, better sound control, absolutely incredible!
Posted by Giuseppe Olivieri
18-08-2023 |
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PHE-NO-ME-NAL !!! I play a Bb Tradition clarinet from Buffet-Crampon with a Vandoren M30 mouthpiece fitted with a JLV ligature. I just added a sound ring that I placed between the barrel and the upper body. Thanks to this, I made up for the sound loss : the sound is richer in harmonics, more homogeneous over the entire range of the instrument, the accuracy is improved as well as the emission. JLV is truly the ?modern-day Adolphe Sax? and a blessing to our corporation.
Posted by Pierre de Belgique
25-07-2023 |
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Owner of a FL ligature (Fran?ois Louis) for Bb soprano clarinet, the acquisition of a bass clarinet was the opportunity to try the JLV ligature which had been recommended to me by a friend. I must admit that the advice was enlightened because I am perfectly satisfied with my purchase. The ligature is simple and easy to assemble and depending on the desired result, positioning it higher or lower on the reed effectively allows you to vary the sound. In addition, the aesthetics are there because the ligature is very beautiful in its golden finish with a sparkle of ruby on the tightening screw. The beak cover is in line with the ligature. Simple and easy to position on the beak, it perfectly covers and protects the hip and its two pointed ends allow it to be fixed on the ligature without it being able to move. Here too, aesthetics are essential with, in my case, a black finish which brings out the gold of the ligature. I can only recommend these 2 products which may seem a little expensive compared to others (and again!) but which are really worth it. In addition, the welcome (very friendly) and the advice (very wise) make this address even more attractive and deserves to be shared among musicians.
Posted by monsger
24-07-2023 |
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I've been playing with the JLV turntable for some time and it has become an essential element in my set up! ease of delivery, sound control, timbre and precision are some of the most notable points favored by ligature. Also recently I've been using the Phonic ring and the body and depth it brings to the sound is incredible.
Posted by Nicolas Castro
31-05-2023 |
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The sound difference with the tone ring and the JLV platinum ligature is clear: easier emission, increased roundness, accuracy and richness as well as a notable gain in power. My friends questioned me when they heard me and wanted to try the phonic ring. They were speechless and quickly went to the JLV Sound website. Some have already purchased the phonic ring. I will continue to promote this little accessory as well as the JLV ligature which delights me whenever I play the saxophone. I have a new, fuller sound and my playing is more flexible. Thank you for your availability, your advice and the service provided. Long live the sound !!! Posted by Julien 06-04-2023 |
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Saxos friends, hello. After a period of 6 months off from the sax, due to health problems, I started again with the new platinum ligature and the tone ring on my Selmer Reference 54 tenor sax. I have been playing for around eight years. After a few days of warming up, I discovered new sensations, richer in harmonics and much easier to perform... I must say, without exaggeration, that my new playing is almost a revelation, the sound is so much to me. door !!!! Thank you and Bravo Jean Luc. I'm still a fan!! Very warmly. Daniel FROT
Posted by Sigmund
27-03-2023 |
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I have the gold-plated JLV ligature on my tenor mouthpiece as well as a tone ring on my tenor saxophone and these two elements are now essential to me! It gives me ease in my broadcast and a fuller, wider sound ??. I can not do without it !
Posted by Amir Parker
28-02-2023 |
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I got to know JLV products by accident (I own a 24K gold ligature for soprano and alto sax, a 24K gold and platinum ligature for tenor sax and the tone ring) and I was impressed by the harmonic range that has doubled, the quality of sound is fantastic. Playing with these products gives a unique feel, ease of emission and flexibility. I advise everyone to use JLV SOUND products.
Posted by Francesco Barbaria
23-01-2023 |
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I have been playing the platinum and gold plated JLV for many years (November 2018 to be exact). I'm won over and it's an immense pleasure to play with it ! It gives an incredibly rich, precise sound and what can we say about the palette of nuances... incredible! I wouldn't change for anything in the world. Posted by Briac LARDEUX 13-01-2023 |
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I have been using the JLV Ligature for a long time, which I would define as ingenious, and when I met the Bague Phonique I felt like trying it, the first one I had was the one with the Clarinet Baril and I was very satisfied to hear that it really worked. Then recently I wanted the one for the Pavillon and also one for my tenor sax. The clarinet is truly fantastic, it has given more roundness and volume even in the low notes and other advantages exactly as stated in the advertisement. The tenor sax has a full and voluminous sound , in short, everything they promise they keep. I don't know what principle they work with but they are really brilliant, in the future I will be careful what JLV Sound will propose because they will certainly be excellent innovations. Thanks also for the seriousness and kindness with which you treat your customers. Thanks Nedo CARLI ITALY Posted by nedosax@gmail.com 10-01-2023 |
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I have just installed the tone ring on my Selmer tenor sax reference 54 equipped with a Dave Guardala mouthpiece and JLV reed ligature 2 and a half Vandoren JAVA red. instantly, much easier transmission and a much softer sound, thank you. Jean-Michel Bidault
Posted by Jean Michel BIDAULT
19-12-2022 |
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I have just installed the phonic ring on my Selmer reference 54 tenor sax equipped with a Dave Guardala mouthpiece and JLV ligature 2 and a half red Vandoren JAVA reeds. instantly, much easier emission and a much smoother sound thank you.Jean-Michel Bidault
Posted by Jean MI
19-12-2022 |
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I received the phonic ring yesterday, it is really fantastic, more direct and easier emission, richer bass note of harmonics. It is surprising that such a thin ring has this property !
Posted by nedosax@gmail.com
23-11-2022 |
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I have been equipped for 4 years, on my soprano mouthpiece Dave Guardala Brandford Marsalis and on my tenor mouthpiece Dave Guardala super king, the quality of the sound and the attack have been totally improved. Reeds last longer. Truly the best ligature on the market.thank you jlv.Jean-Michel Bidault
Posted by jean michel bidault
03-11-2022 |
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I acquired the JLV phonic ring and the contribution is really significant! More direct emission, increased vibration? I have had my students try it out for a week and for the most part it is an undeniable qualitative gain!
Posted by Tony Bigot
21-09-2022 |
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I have been playing with the JLV ligatures for more than 2 years and it has been such a change in my performance.I really like the freedom this ligatures gives me to achieve the different sounds or styles I want to pursue. At the end of the day, having a material which helps you gives you peace and confidence to focus on practicing and playing, and JLV definitely achieves it
Posted by Martin Castro
09-09-2022 |
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JLV ligature is a crucial element that immediately intensifies the saxophone?s sound projection and homogeneity through all registers while still keeping clarity and flexibility within the sound.Bravo and thank you JLV !
Posted by L. Meden
25-08-2022 |
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I am firm believer in JLV Sound innovations. I am now using their ligatures on all of my single reed instruments. On my saxophones, I use a weighted thumb or neck screw. From the first time I tried it, the sound was amazing. Full balance, open harmonics and clear intonation, so when JLV introduced the Phonic ring, I was hoping for the same results. I was not disappointed. Even though the sound differences were more subtle, I enjoyed similar results on the Clarinet and Bass Clarinet. The sound was better balanced from top to bottom. It opened up the harmonics to fill out my tone. There was enough of a change that the clarinetist that I sit next to in one of the ensembles I perform with asked me what I changed. He said my sound was deeper and richer. I felt the same results on the Bass Clarinet especially in the middle tones. Small investment with great results.
Posted by Gary P.
18-08-2022 |
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I usually don't believe in the effect of sound bridges.However, after hearing Jean's description of the Phonic ring, I ordered it and it arrived today for me. The first impression when I opened the box was like a jewel. It can be attached under the mouthpiece or under the barrel.It was a very small and thin ring, but a big improvement.In fact, there has been a huge improvement in the responsiveness and density of the sound. I couldn't believe it and tried it with my students and they all reacted the same to it.I want my fellow clarinetists to experience this by all means! Once again, kudos to the Jlv team for creating such a wonderful piece of work.
Posted by Kim daegyun
26-07-2022 |
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Beginner, I have been using the platinum ligature for tenor sax for a few days. A crazy change, a nice sound on the registers that I play at my level. No more difficulty going from treble to bass. I had been despairing for some time but now I'm having a blast. And I can suddenly concentrate on the rhythm of my other challenge. It's a real help for the beginner that I am, I'm 55 years old and I don't really want to struggle when there are solutions like this that save time on learning and get a better result! I am totally a fan! thank you
Posted by Chris56
09-07-2022 |
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I discovered the JLV ligature a few years ago, and from the first breath, I felt the difference. So I only have that.Recently, having forgotten it, I used a good ligature from another brand, and found out what I was missing. so I will never forget it again !!!It's an investment, but well worth it !
Posted by Marco SAx
27-06-2022 |
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My JLV Ligature platinum and gold gives me incredible playing comfort ! The roundness of the sound and the ease of transmission in all registers offers a musical experience that I will never be able to separate myself from !Thanks JLV !
Posted by Elina Wanecq
21-05-2022 |
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These JLV Platinum Plated ligatures are quite a discovery and an excellent investment. They are genuinely the sonic keystone for my instruments - tenor sax and soprano sax. They enrich the harmonics in all registers, help reeds vibrate freely, improve articulation and tuning, and clarify the sound. They also clamp reeds perfectly to the mouthpiece. I am extremely satisfied with the results and how they help me achieve the sound I want. Great product ! Thank you, JLV !
Posted by Andrii Liesnyi
14-05-2022 |
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Amateur saxophonist, I acquired a Gold-Platinum ligature ago a few weeks for my tenor sax, ebonite mouthpiece.All my opinion can be summed up in one word : MORE.MORE richness and amplitude of sound,MORE comfort, ease and pleasure of games,MORE expressiveness,MORE consistency between registers and balance across the range.And even MORE, which I continue to discover.A LESS, all the same: playing his old ligatures after the JLV, becomes difficult.Thank you Jean-Luc for this beautiful invention.
Posted by Vincent
14-04-2022 |
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It's a real pleasure to use this ligature (for me it's platinum and gold plated).It gives me confidence thanks to the ease and accuracy of issuing notes for the bass and especially for the highest notes which sometimes tended to whistle with my old ligature.In addition the sound is very beautiful with lots of harmonics.So I really enjoy myself and I tire my lips less which makes me want to play longer.I was also able to test the quality of the commercial service : its attentiveness, its speed of response, its commitment to satisfying each JLV user musician with the constant concern to improve the performance of the product !In short, super positive !
Posted by Cat
09-04-2022 |
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Finally the ligature that every saxophonist is looking for! This incredible ligature, the result of tireless research, makes the sound homogeneous on all registers, an unparalleled legate between sounds and above all the spontaneity in the emission. What else to say, simply JLV!
Posted by Isacco Buccoliero
09-03-2022 |
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After playing the JLV black ligature on the alto for 2 years, I decided to renew this with the baritone platinum. The projection of the sound is without common measure in comparison with any other ligature. The fact of being able to place it higher or lower on the reed makes it possible to play on the balance amplitude/ease of emission, and thus to adapt to all the reeds and all the desires. The sound is more defined, richer in harmonics and incredibly pure, making it an ideal ligature for the baritone saxophone. Here is an excerpt : https://youtu.be/TRbAyZyl6vw Posted by Leo 25-01-2022 |
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I recently acquired the ?platinum? ligature after having used the ?black? ligature for a long time for the viola. Both are good and make playing easier in general, but the turntable seems to me to provide a richer sound and more possibilities in working with the sound of the instrument.
Posted by Bergou62
07-01-2022 |
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Very good investment, sound emission without problem, sound control and no saturation even in the fort?s ! Thanks to Jean-Luc for his explanations.
Posted by Bruno BISSUEL
19-12-2021 |
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I do love this ligature, i love how flexible it is, indeed the best ligature i have had, this one helped me to have a more controlled sound and warmer too, the best one, no doubt, and it looks really really beautiful with the saxophone
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01-12-2021 |
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