ADVICE FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT LIGATURE
Try the various ligature models.
Different types of ligatures meet different requirements.
How does gold effect the sound?
The higher density of gold enhances the resonance transfer of the reed to the mouthpiece / instrument.
Fabric Ligatures
Special fabric ligatures are preferable for : Small halls/Rooms, chamber music, playing in groups.
Metal Ligatures
Metal ligatures, alternatively, are used for : Large concert halls, soloist work.