{"title":"Francois Louis","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt Wind Instrument Proshop we carry the François Louis ligature lineup for saxophone and clarinet \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ultimate Ligature\u003c\/strong\u003e — The Ultimate Ligature is more than just a trendy accessory. It has been conceived as an instrument in its own right. The tightening by a single central screw ensures an even distribution of pressure on the reed and allows the reed to vibrate freely without damping the natural vibration of the mouthpiece. Thanks to the resonating pipes, this ligature generates a range of sympathetic vibrations that enrich the player's sound. Available in three finishes — Brass for more resonance and vibration, Silver for more resistance and darkness, Gold for elegance and a slicker tone quality. For soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophone. Handmade in Belgium. \u003cbr\u003eThe Ultimate Ligature has been rated the number one ligature in the world by The Sax Magazine — a claim backed by decades of use by the most demanding professional saxophonists in jazz, classical and contemporary music. If you have never experienced what a truly exceptional ligature does to your sound, the Ultimate Ligature is the place to start.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pure Brass Ligature\u003c\/strong\u003e — François Louis's second great ligature design. Developed in 2005–2006 alongside the Basic ligature, the Pure Brass uses a longitudinal contact design that places the contact point along the length of the reed rather than across it — allowing maximum freedom of vibration. Warm, centred projection with a focused tonal core. For players who want the FL ligature philosophy in a more direct, less complex design than the Ultimate. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Basic Ligature\u003c\/strong\u003e — The entry point into the François Louis ligature family. Developed alongside the Pure Brass, the Basic delivers the fundamental FL ligature design principle — longitudinal contact, single screw, free reed vibration — in a lighter, more accessible package. Pure Brass quality and playing philosophy at an accessible price. For students, advancing players and anyone who wants to experience what a well-designed ligature does without investing in the Ultimate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE SMART CAP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Smart Cap solves a problem that players with premium ligatures know well — most mouthpiece caps are designed for standard metal ligatures and don't fit properly over ligatures with unusual profiles. The Smart Cap's flexible arms grip any mouthpiece with any ligature securely, in any configuration. The humidity-regulating felt pad protects and conditions the reed during breaks between sets and rehearsals — especially valuable in Alberta's dry climate where reeds dry out rapidly between playing sessions. Available for soprano, alto, tenor saxophone and Bb clarinet.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"untitled-apr16_09-48","title":"The Francois Louis Basic Ligature","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Francois Louis Basic ligature is a wonderful iteration on a stamped sheet metal ligature. It has 4 rails engineering into the stamping die. Two raised rails contact the top of the reed, and the other 2 rails rest against the side of the mouthpiece. This minimal footprint leaves the reed free to vibrate across as much of its surface as possible, while keeping the reed secure and aligned with the mouthpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rails are smoothly rounded so they won't mark your mouthpiece. The metal is springy rather than rigid, providing secure hold without over-tightening. Because the same design fits a wide range of mouthpiece sizes, it's an easy recommendation for almost any mouthpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Includes ligature and Cap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlto XL\/clarinet: All Hard Rubber Alto mouthpieces, Bb\/A clarinet mouthpieces. *Does not fit Theo Wanne slim mouthpieces (Water, Gaia 3 ect.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTenor XL\/Barri slim: Slim HR Bari Mouthpieces, Tenor hard rubber mouthpieces, Alto Clarinet mouthpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francouis Louis","offers":[{"title":"Alto\/Clarinet \/ Clarinet","offer_id":55435190927528,"sku":null,"price":83.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tenor\/Bari \/ Clarinet","offer_id":55435190960296,"sku":null,"price":83.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Alto\/Clarinet \/ Alto","offer_id":55435190993064,"sku":null,"price":83.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Alto\/Clarinet \/ Tenor","offer_id":55435191025832,"sku":null,"price":83.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Alto\/Clarinet \/ Bari","offer_id":55435191058600,"sku":null,"price":83.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tenor\/Bari \/ Alto","offer_id":55435191091368,"sku":null,"price":83.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tenor\/Bari \/ Tenor","offer_id":55435191124136,"sku":null,"price":83.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tenor\/Bari \/ Bari","offer_id":55435191156904,"sku":null,"price":83.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/9629\/5848\/files\/The_Francois_Louis_Basic_Ligature.jpg?v=1780508163"},{"product_id":"untitled-apr16_10-04","title":"Francouis Louis Smartcap","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA mouthpiece cap seems like a simple thing — put it on, take it off, protect the tip. The François Louis Smart Cap does all of that, but it solves a problem most caps ignore entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eStandard caps sit over the ligature, which means every time you switch ligatures you're hunting for a different cap or forcing a poor fit. The Smart Cap works differently. Two flexible arms grip the mouthpiece directly, with rubber extensions that hold it securely regardless of what ligature is underneath. One cap, every mouthpiece, every ligature. It just works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe felt pad inside is the other thing that sets it apart. Wet it before a gig, a rehearsal, or a long doubling session and the cap becomes a humidity source — keeping your reed from drying out while the horn sits between tunes. In Calgary's dry climate that's not a small thing. A reed that dries out between sets plays differently when you pick it back up. A reed that stays humid plays the same way it did when you put it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIt also protects the tip rail of the mouthpiece, which is where expensive mouthpieces get damaged. A knocked-over stand or a dropped case can chip or warp a tip rail in an instant. The Smart Cap covers it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSimple to use, works with everything, and solves three problems at once — tip protection, ligature compatibility, and reed humidity. Pairs especially well with the JLV Ligature for a complete mouthpiece setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francouis Louis","offers":[{"title":"Soprano\/Clarinet","offer_id":55435088101544,"sku":null,"price":15.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Alto","offer_id":55435088134312,"sku":null,"price":15.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tenor","offer_id":55435088167080,"sku":null,"price":15.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/9629\/5848\/files\/Francois_louis_smart_cap_2.jpg?v=1779420251"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/9629\/5848\/collections\/baniereReg.gif?v=1778002696","url":"https:\/\/windinstrumentproshop.com\/collections\/francois-louis.oembed","provider":"Wind Instrument Proshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}