The Vandoren Optimum ligature offers the player complete expression and freedom in their performance, along with a quick and precise tightening mechanism. Whether playing classical or jazz, one of the Optimum ligature’s three pressure plates will accommodate your style.

Pressure Plate Descriptions
1. The reed vibrates in total freedom, producing a very flexible sound. Greater ease of expression.
2. A more compact, centered sonority, smooth even sound and extraordinary blowing ease.
3. A rich, colorful sonority which produces great resonance. Pressure along the fiber of the reed facilitates an unbelievable blowing ease. Incredible ease of articulation.