Ybrato ReedReflector Alto Sax GL

This is an excellent ligature that genuinely alters your sound's characteristics. Before this, I played with a standard Selmer one-screw ligature; switching to the Ybrato gave me a more responsive reed and increased overall volume. It feels as though the ligature can compensate for subpar reeds. I also tried the BG L12 SR; while it makes hitting notes very easy, you lose body in the tone—the sound becomes unrefined—and since I play lead alto in a big band, I suspect my sound would get lost in the section. The Ybrato, conversely, adds body to the tone, and the sound cuts through clearly within the section. I play a 10mfan Showboat 6 mouthpiece with Rigotti 3 reeds. I hope this helps!