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Alto saxophone sizing
Built around standard alto mouthpiece dimensions. Tenor mouthpieces are too large for the band to close around.
Product detailSKU #1274115058964
Selmer ParisSaxophone Ligature Alto Saxophone Ligature Only
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Alto saxophone ligature from Selmer Paris, sold without a cap. A direct replacement for players whose original ligature is lost or bent.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Alto players replacing a lost or damaged original ligature
- Selmer mouthpiece owners wanting a factory-matched fit
- Anyone who wants one reliable ligature rather than a set
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who also need a mouthpiece cap included
- Tenor, soprano or bari players — alto sizing only
- Shoppers looking for the cheapest option available
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Selmer Paris manufacture
Matched to the dimensions of Selmer mouthpieces, so the band seats without gaps or rocking.
Detail 03
Ligature only
No cap in the box. Your mouthpiece tip and reed sit unprotected in the case unless you own a cap.
Detail 04
Screw tightening
You control reed pressure directly. Light tension generally lets the reed move more freely than clamping down hard.
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Metal band construction
Holds its shape far better than a stamped student ligature, which tends to splay after repeated reed changes.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No mouthpiece cap included — order one separately if yours is missing
- 02Measure or check your mouthpiece brand; non-Selmer pieces vary in diameter
- 03Tighten just until the reed stops sliding, no further
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is a cap included?
No. This listing is the ligature only. You will need a separate alto mouthpiece cap to protect the reed and tip in your case.
02Will it fit non-Selmer mouthpieces?
Often, but not guaranteed. It is built to Selmer alto dimensions. Other brands vary slightly in outside diameter, so fit can be loose or tight.
03Does this work on tenor sax?
No. This is the alto size. A tenor mouthpiece is larger and the band will not open wide enough to fit over it.
04How tight should I make it?
Just enough that the reed will not shift when you play. Extra tension does not improve grip and can distort the band over time.
