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Re: Rovner ligature 1R Dark vs. 1R Versa

Author: Paul Aviles
Date: 2019-11-14 22:14

Yes, the instructions for using the ligature include all variations of leatherette covering the insert (whole or half) and the various plates.

What I have been saying (perhaps without clarity) is that you MUST tuck the leatherette extensions UNDERNEATH the central metal insert to experience the OTHER tonal possibility of this ligature.

I have only used the Eddie Daniels (Versa) in the configuration with the metal insert DIRECTLY in contact with the reed and have found this a very solid sounding ligature that works with pretty much any reed!

I also wanted to post a lengthy response to the presented video but I'll make it short. It is easy to poke fun at the concept of ligature differences since it is in fact only a device to hold your reed on the mouthpiece. And certainly this saxophone player is very good which lends credence to his opinions. However, much like the EarSpasm offerings, I would prefer intelligent, talented players avoid the sophomoric humor at the expense of those who may find subtle differences ............... interesting.

................Paul Aviles

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