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Re: Are Silverstein Ligatures worth it

Author: donald
Date: 2017-02-13 02:35

Here's the thing- let's accept that there is such a thing as a "Bad ligature", one that doesn't hold the reed well or that creates undesirable resonance in it's relationship with the mouthpiece. I'm in a hurry so won't be more specific...
A GOOD ligature is 100000 times better than a BAD one.
But a REALLY GOOD ligature is only a tiny amount better than a GOOD one.
So
Until you're feeling rich, settle for a good one and do more practice.
I own dozens of GOOD ligatures, and sound best on the one I'm playing when I've done the most (or best quality) practise (and have a good reed) and I think it's most likely that this will be the case for you.
I'm sure the Silverstein is GOOD, even REALLY GOOD but if you're feeeling poor, save your money (and all the time wasted comparing etc just get playing!!!!!)
dn

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