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Fits metal tenor mouthpieces
Metal pieces have a smaller outside diameter than rubber. A rubber-sized ligature will not close down far enough.
Product detailSKU #1274228067234
Ultimate LigatureFrancois Louis Saxophone Ligatures STB - Fits Metal Tenor Sax Mouthpieces
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Inverted-screw ligature for metal tenor saxophone mouthpieces. For tenor players on metal pieces who want a more secure, even reed clamp.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Tenor players using a metal mouthpiece, not hard rubber
- Players who want the tightening screw underneath, out of the way
- Replacing a stretched or bent stock ligature
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Alto, soprano or bari players — this is tenor-sized
- Anyone on a hard rubber tenor mouthpiece
- Players wanting the cheapest working ligature
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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Inverted screw placement
Screw sits under the mouthpiece instead of on top, so nothing contacts the reed side and it stays clear of your hand.
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Ligature-only accessory
Attaches to a mouthpiece you already own. It does not change the mouthpiece facing or tip opening.
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$116.99 price point
Well above stock ligature cost. You are paying for build and clamping design, not a tone change on its own.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure or check your mouthpiece — metal and rubber tenor pieces are not interchangeable here
- 02No mouthpiece, reed or cap included
- 03Fit varies by mouthpiece brand; confirm return terms before ordering
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my hard rubber tenor mouthpiece?
No. This one is cut for metal tenor mouthpieces, which are narrower. A hard rubber piece needs a wider ligature.
02Does it come with a mouthpiece cap?
No cap is included — this is the ligature only.
03What does inverted screw mean?
The tightening screw is positioned on the underside of the mouthpiece rather than on top, keeping hardware away from the reed table and your grip.
04Will it work on alto?
No. Tenor mouthpieces are larger than alto, so this will not clamp down on an alto piece.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Fits Metal Tenor Sax Mouthpieces
1 detailsOther
- Screw Placement
- Inverted
