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Foot operated percussive instrument

US7777111B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 11, 2008
Grant dateAug 17, 2010
Priority date
Expiry dateJul 11, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG10D13/11
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A foot-operated musical percussion instrument is playable by either the left or right foot. The foot-operated device includes a hook and loop adjustable foot strap, toe-clip and frame to hold any of a wide range of percussive sound sources including tambourine jingles, maraca shakers and sleigh bells. The device is directly attached to the user's foot permitting simple, direct operation.

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