Device for aiding in stringing musical instruments
US10964294B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 18, 2020 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 18, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG10D3/20
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed herein is an apparatus for aiding in mounting strings to an instrument, which includes a frame having: a pair of opposing extension members, a cross-member connecting the opposing extension members at a distal end; and a support member extending laterally from each of the opposing extension members. The apparatus also includes a retention assembly and a tensile retaining mechanism supported about the cross-member and extending toward the neck portion of the musical instrument. The tensile retaining mechanism including clip member wherein the clip member of the tensile retaining mechanism is configured to receive a string for mounting to the instrument, the tensile retaining mechanism configured to maintain a desired lateral position along the neck portion and maintain a tensile force to the string during a tightening process.
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