Yes. A decent ligature can make a sizeable difference to your sound and responsiveness from your reed and mouthpiece. When comparing between a basic brass ligature and any of the more premium products, the difference you can feel in both playability and comfortability is staggering.
Does ligature matter on alto sax?
Ligature matters much less than mouthpiece, reed, and horn. There is a difference with some ligatures, but the other issues are more important.9 dic 2008
How important is the saxophone ligature?
For those who are new to the saxophone, the ligature is the device which holds the reed onto the mouthpiece. To work properly, the saxophone ligature must secure the reed firmly against the mouthpiece while at the same time allowing it to vibrate freely which creates the saxophone's sound.12 jun 2016
Does ligature affect sound?
The answer is YES. The sound is generated through the vibrations both of the mouthpiece and the reed, therefore the ligature is a key piece holding both together. ... The leather ligature or synthetic leather provide a rounder sound while the metal ligature helps us obtain higher volume and projection in the sound.
How do you fit a ligature?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_fzgxzf3vQ
How do I make my alto sax sound fuller?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUN1cfVinR4
How do I make my sax sound more professional?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=raTrg-7xQJc
Why does my alto saxophone sound weird?
Shift the mouthpiece forward slightly so that it's not covering too much of the reed. If your saxophone is making quiet, muffled sounds, place the mouthpiece further into your mouth. If it sounds like you're not getting enough air into your saxophone, you probably aren't; covering more of the reed will help.