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How tightly or loosely should the ligature be?

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The ligature should be snug but not too tight. It should hold the reed firmly against the mouthpiece without restricting airflow or damaging the reed.

Legere Reeds, being slightly thinner than cane, do need to have the ligature tightened a bit more than one might be used to on a cane reed to accommodate the extra thinness of the reed.