Abstract: A stand for a musical instrument having a body and a neck includes a main body and a pair front legs coupled to the main body. The pair of front legs is configured to receive a portion of the body of the musical instrument therein. A neck rest of the stand is removably coupled to the main body and is configured to receive a portion of the neck of the musical instrument therein.

Abstract: An improved method and apparatus for safely and securely holding and manipulating a musical instrument for construction or repair, the apparatus for which consists of a base, a pedestal upstanding from the base having an associated vertically adjustable post, an instrument support assembly including an instrument support plate mountable thereon; a holder mounted atop the pedestal for holding the instrument support assembly; clamps for attaching an instrument to the instrument support assembly; a pivot for supporting the instrument support assembly about a vertical axis; a pivot for rotating the instrument support assembly about an axis normal to the face of the support plate; and a gear for rotating the instrument support assembly about a horizontal axis.

Abstract: A device for instantly lengthening a support strap on a guitar depending on the players mode of playing and the rhythm of the tune. The device consists of a base plate which has the strap trained therein and is carried on a player's upper body. The base plate has at a lower end thereof a hinge which a movable counter plate thereto. The movable counter plate has a multiple of openings thereon through which a guitar strap can be threaded at predetermined locations. When the movable counter plate is in an up position it is arrested at that location and the guitar strap is doubled back upon itself. When the tune or the rhythm thereof requires a change in beat, the movable counter plate can instantly be released to assume a straight down position, whereby the strap is lengthened and the guitar can be played at a lower position of the body of the player.

Abstract: Holding device and method for holding an instrument. The holding device includes a housing, at least one holding arm having a mounting section coupled to a holding section through at least one offset lever section, and a resetting device structured and arranged to act eccentrically on the mounting section. The at least one holding arm is rotatable about a longitudinal axis of the mounting section.

Abstract: A musical instrument stand is disclosed that includes at least, a pair of legs pivotally secured to a support portion and disposed within a leg retention channel of the support portion when the support portion is in a closed position, and extracted from the leg retention channel when the support portion is in an open position. Preferably, the support portion includes at least a position stop that limits the extent that each the open and closed positions of the support portion may attain. The musical instrument stand further preferably includes an over center latch assembly interposed between and communicating with the pair of legs, the over center latch maintains a predetermined separation between said first and second legs when the over center latch assembly is in a locked position, and nests within the pair of legs when the pair of legs are disposed within a leg retention channel.

Abstract: A support for stringed musical instruments includes a resting base and a supporting upright for supporting the instrument, the support being formed by elements that are mobile between a condition of use and a folded or collapsed condition for being carried. The mobile elements are shaped like a plane plate to enable the support, in its collapsed condition, to be housed and carried inside the case of the musical instrument, even in contact with the latter, and define respective extensive surfaces that can be used for application of advertising and promotional information, and the like.

Abstract: A locking fastener for a guitar strap which receives the end pin of a guitar includes a base plate and a locking plate which is reciprocatingly slidable on the base plate. The base plate has a pin receiving keyhole formed through its thickness which is defined by a widened opening and a narrowed opening. The base plate also has a central slot formed through its thickness and openings or detents which are spaced apart from one another. The locking plate has a front edge which is recessed to define an open pocket, at least one protrusion which is selectively received in the openings or detents to secure the locking plate in a desired position with respect to the base plate, and a knob post or handle which extends through the central slot of the base plate and which is graspable by a user.

Abstract: A guitar and strap address the shortcomings of convention guitar design and strap design such that the guitar may be suspended from the strap with a front plane of the guitar oriented generally horizontally, and with the higher frets of the guitar easily accessed by the player's fret-hand.

Abstract: A multifunctional headstock support for stringed instruments; guitars, banjos, and the like, comprises a first constituent defining an anchorage base and a hingedly-coupled second constituent forming a sub-support appendage. The anchorage base comprises an integral mounting plate made from a substantially resilient material such as spring metal or a plastic, predetermined dimensions and geometrical shape sufficient to permit direct attachment to a predetermined back side portion of a string instrument's headstock. The sub-support appendage comprises an elongated support member which may employ a plurality of elongated support legs or a singular elongated support leg. Support leg(s) being sufficiently dimensioned to impart an increased planar surface-to-tuning machine knobs clearance under the headstock, and of sufficiently robust construction to support the headstock and associated weight of a string instrument when instrument is placed in either a reclined or inclined position.

Abstract: Holding device and method for holding an instrument. The holding device includes a housing, at least one holding arm having a mounting section coupled to a holding section through at least one offset lever section, and a resetting device structured and arranged to act eccentrically on the mounting section. The at least one holding arm is rotatable about a longitudinal axis of the mounting section.

Abstract: The instant invention provides a device for mounting, display, and storage of stringed instruments such as guitars. The device is comprised of a body having a generally U-shaped opening for accepting the neck portion of an instrument. The device provides a secure storage mount for a guitar or other similar instrument whereby the instrument can be secured in the device by merely placing the neck portion of the guitar into the U-shaped opening. The neck of the instrument provides a force that is substantially perpendicular with respect to the instrument neck to cause translation of a slider member. Movement of the slider member provides rotation to a pair of fingers to enclose the neck of the instrument with the U-shaped opening. In a more secure embodiment, an instrument can be locked into place using a locking mechanism that provides selective translation of the slider member. The device provides the capability of being mounted to surfaces as well as new or pre-existing free-standing instrument stands.

Abstract: This invention relates to a musical instrument and a support therefor. More particularly, but not exclusively, the invention relates to a stringed musical instrument. The instrument comprises a body (102) and a neck. The body is covered in a resilient material, for example latex. The resilient material may be impregnated with particles, for example either, or both, of cis 1,4-polyacetate, or/and titanium dioxide. The body is covered in a resilient material that increases the longevity of a musical note and has a curved recess (114) formed in an edge of the body (102). The neck (104) has a number of nodules (124) spaced along it which allow a musician to check their fingering position without having to look at the neck (104). The recess (114) is arranged to receive a support (206). The support (206) is a projection from a belt (202) worn by the musician such that the weight of the instrument (100) is borne close to a musicians centre of gravity.

Abstract: A guitar mounting device that allows an individual, particularly a guitar player, to mount his or her guitar on the side of an amplifier. The device is fabricated from a leather strap attached to the side of an amplifier casing and also a number of slits so that a guitar with an external button can be connected to one of the slits. In addition, the device includes a wire frame and an attachable, flexible cord that allows the neck of the guitar neck to be secured to the device.

Abstract: Electric guitar with a neck and a body which has a first side wall, facing the guitar player, and a second side wall, facing away from the guitar player, said side walls delimiting a front and a back of the body at the edges, wherein the second side wall has an associated arcuate bow extending along it at least in sections which can have its distance from the second side wall adjusted and whose arc shape can be rotated into a concave and a convex position relative to the side wall.

Abstract: A musical instrument stand is disclosed that includes at least, a pair of legs pivotally secured to a support portion and disposed within a leg retention channel of the support portion when the support portion is in a closed position, and extracted from the leg retention channel when the support portion is in an open position. Preferably, the support portion includes at least a position stop that limits the extent that each the open and closed positions of the support portion may attain. The musical instrument stand further preferably includes an over center latch assembly interposed between and communicating with the pair of legs, the over center latch maintains a predetermined separation between said first and second legs when the over center latch assembly is in a locked position, and nests within the pair of legs when the pair of legs are disposed within a leg retention channel.

Abstract: A guitar or musical instrument harness is disclosed that includes a waist belt and a shoulder strap. A circular or oval loop is attached to the waist belt. The belt is worn by the user so that the loop is situated over the spine of the user. The shoulder strap is disposed through the loop and the distal ends extend upward along the back and over the shoulders of the user. The strap includes attachment holes or apertures at the distal ends thereof to receive guitar strap buttons mounted on a guitar. The strap also includes typical length adjustment features. An alternate embodiment includes an additional mounting ring clip through which the strap is inserted. The mounting ring clip is removably attachable to the loop portion of the waist belt.

Abstract: An adjustable strap has a first portion having a tunnel therein to slidingly receive a second strap portion therein. In use, compression of the first portion secures the relative position of the strap portions.

Abstract: A device for supporting a musical instrument such as a guitar, on a stand, comprising, a first engagement means adapted to engage with and support the musical instrument, a first strap adapted to releaseably engage with the musical instrument and in engagement with the first engagement means, and means for securely and releasably engaging the first engagement means to the stand.

Abstract: A cushioning guitar strap reduces unit load on the shoulder by the use of a relatively wide cushioning pad formed with a soft flexible foam layer to conform to a user's shoulder under the load of a guitar, with a flexible film, which is dimensionally stable in use under the load of a guitar, bonded to the foam layer to transfer the load over the area of the pad. Front and back straps connected to the cushioning pad each have a quick connect-disconnect adjustment mechanism permitting adjustment of strap length while the guitar strap is in use over the shoulder supporting a guitar.

Abstract: A positioning aid for a stringed musical instrument of the lute family that includes a pair of arms frictionally attached to the instrument and adapted to fit diagonally across the front of a player's body, in such a way so as to maintain the attitude of the instrument with respect to the body without the instrument being held.

Abstract: An improved method and apparatus for safely and securely holding and manipulating a musical instrument for construction or repair, the apparatus for which consists of a base, a pedestal upstanding from the base having an associated vertically adjustable post, an instrument support assembly including an instrument support plate mountable thereon; a holder mounted atop the pedestal for holding the instrument support assembly; clamps for attaching an instrument to the instrument support assembly; a pivot for supporting the instrument support assembly about a vertical axis; a pivot for rotating the instrument support assembly about an axis normal to the face of the support plate; and a gear for rotating the instrument support assembly about a horizontal axis.

Abstract: A strap lock is provided. The strap lock includes a sleeve, a slider and a spring. The slider fits within the sleeve and moves from a locked position to an unlocked position. The spring biases the slider into a locked position. The sleeve may be attached to a strap end having a keyhole such that the slider covers a portion of the keyhole when in a locked position and uncovers the keyhole when in an unlocked position.

Abstract: A foldable guitar holder has a stationary shaft, a central shaft assembly and two symmetrical brackets. The stationary shaft has an upper end and a lower end. The central shaft has a central shaft and two assistant shafts. The central shaft has a standing portion and a longitudinal hole receiving the lower end of the stationary shaft. The assistant shafts connect pivotally to the central shaft and have two standing ends. The brackets have two supporting shafts and two holding brackets. Each supporting shaft connects pivotally to the lower end of the stationary shaft and one of the assistant shafts and has a standing part. Each holding bracket connects pivotally to the upper end of the stationary bracket. The standing portion, standing ends and standing parts allow the guitar bracket to stand on the ground steadily.

Abstract: The guitar hanger apparatus is for use in hanging a guitar or like stringed instrument from a clothes rod such that the instrument hangs vertically below the rod. The hook for hooking the apparatus on the rod curves downwardly into a transition. The transition flows into the reverse curl. The reverse curl extends below and a distance beyond the hook back side. The horizontal is connected to a bottom of the reverse curl. The vertical affixed to the horizontal is thereby positions the padded v-member, which supports the neck and headstock of the instrument, below the hook and hence the rod.

Abstract: Electronic keyboard instrument is provided with a leg section supporting thereon a keyboard in such a manner that the keyboard is located at a height falling within a range from 350 mm to 500 mm. Namely, the leg section supports thereon the keyboard at a suitable height that is substantially equal to an average height of ordinary low tables designed on the assumption that they are generally used when users are in a comfortable position. Namely, the “height falling within a range from 350 mm to 500 mm” is derived from survey results of heights of low tables. Thus, when the user sits in front of the keyboard instrument, the user can take a comfortable position as when sitting in front of a low table, and, even in such a comfortable position, the keyboard is located at a right height for playing. With such arrangements, the user is allowed, at any desired time, to readily enjoy playing the instrument in a natural playing posture.

Abstract: A support for a musical Instrument manufactured from a firm yet pliable material which is slid under the supporting handle of an amplification device or slid between two stacked amplification devices by a finger hole at one end. The fingerboard or neck of a musical instrument, when stood upright on the floor, can be inserted into a socket on the other end of the device providing support when the instrument is not being played and providing a convenient and safe means of storage when the instrument is not in use. Two gear-shaped ends assist in sliding the device under the handle of the amplification device and the two slots by the socket hold guitar plectrums.

Abstract: A support for a body of a stringed instrument includes a brace structure having a plurality of legs radially disposed about a central body. The brace structure has a substantially flat first surface. A portion of the plurality of legs conforms to a soundhole opening which is integrated into the body of the stringed instrument. A brace for a body of a guitar includes a unitary structure adapted to mount to a soundboard of the guitar. The unitary structure has a plurality of arms radially disposed about a central body. A method of assembling a guitar includes mounting a brace structure to a soundboard of the guitar. Again, the brace structure has a plurality of legs radially disposed about a central body.

Abstract: A fixture adapted to be mounted on a stand for supporting a guitar includes a seat having two compartments, two moving blocks respectively and pivotally received in the two compartments and a resilient member received in the seat to provide recovery force to the two moving blocks after the two moving blocks are pivoted, a cap having two arcuate slots to respectively communicate with the two compartments and two arms to securely connect to a corresponding one of the two moving blocks such that when the arms are moved closer to each other to securely clamp the guitar due to limitation of the two arcuate slots and a weight of the guitar, the two moving blocks are pivoted accordingly and the recovery force from the resilient member is able to push the two moving blocks as well as the two arms back to their original positions.

Abstract: The Guitar Lap-Strap is used to support a musical instrument, guitar or other portable musical instrument, while the instrument player is in a sitting or crouched position. The strap is designed to reduce the potential for downward or forward slippage of the instrument. The front playing surface of the guitar or instrument rests against the proximate or rear surface of the soft protrusion of the Guitar Lap-Strap, and requires no conforming to the instrument contour. The strap is adjustable and is secured around the individuals right or left mid-thigh utilizing a snap-lock buckle or other connector. A suede-like or cotton soft material protrusion called a retainer, is bound on the superior or front portion of the lap-trap which aids in preventing the downward or forward slippage of the instrument, and requires no conforming to the instrument contour.

Abstract: A combined guitar and chain link strap includes a guitar, a stainless steel chain formed from an array of rigid rings interlinked along an end-to-end pattern, and a mechanism for adjustably conjoining opposed ends of the chain to corresponding opposed ends of the guitar such that the chain freely oscillates and travels along varying paths while remaining spaced from the guitar and thereby permitting a user to twist and turn in sync with the chain while the guitar remains stationary. Such an adjustably conjoining mechanism includes first and second hoops directly and dynamically anchored to the opposed ends of the guitar so that the hoops freely pivot in alternate directions.

Abstract: It is a support designed to hold the guitar in the proper playing position while resting on the guitarists lap. The support is manufactured from two rigid pieces, one is flat and rectangular the second is also rectangular in shape but slightly curved. The two rectangular pieces are connected to each other using a hinge. Suction cups are attached to the rectangular pieces and are used to attach the support to the lower body of the guitar. When the device is in the closed position the semi-curved edge is placed over the guitarist lap and proper playing position achieved.

Abstract: A collapsible and adjustable stand for a musical instrument has a rod and a holder. The rod has an upper seat pivotally mounted on a top end thereof, a V-like head mounted on the upper seat, a slot defined in a middle portion thereof, a lower seat slidably mounted in the slot, a bracket mounted on the lower seat, a channel defined at a lower end thereof and a pin slidably received in the channel. The holder has a first end pivotally mounted on the lower end of the rod, a notch defined in the first end for positioning the pin in the notch in the unfolded status, a first leg pivotally mounted on a second end of the holder, two joints mounted on two lateral sides of the holder and each having a second leg pivotally mounted on the joint.

Abstract: A fixture adapted to be mounted on a stand for supporting a guitar includes a seat having two compartments, two moving blocks respectively and pivotally received in the two compartments and a resilient member received in the seat to provide recovery force to the two moving blocks after the two moving blocks are pivoted, a cap having two arcuate slots to respectively communicate with the two compartments and two arms to securely connect to a corresponding one of the two moving blocks such that when the arms are moved closer to each other to securely clamp the guitar due to limitation of the two arcuate slots and a weight of the guitar, the two moving blocks are pivoted accordingly and the recovery force from the resilient member is able to push the two moving blocks as well as the two arms back to their original positions.

Abstract: A bearing element for stringed musical instruments comprising a mainly vertically arranged frame, placed on a bearing surface provided with support means which defines a housing able to receive the body of the instrument. Each of said support means comprises a couple of mutually opposed jaws, slidingly coupled to the support means and joined together through regulation means able to modify in a continuous way the distance between the jaws, which comprise a shaped body defining a concave surface bounding on one side said housing.

Abstract: An apparatus for converting a standard electric bass guitar to play as a classical upright bass guitar. A bass guitar stand up apparatus may include a mounting stand such as a tri or uni-pod, an adapter, an arm, and a stabilizer. The apparatus may be adjustable for height selection. The apparatus may be quick release for convenience. The arm may facilitate positioning. The stabilizer may mount to lower strap mount. The apparatus may be easily removed and guitar may be played, docked, or transported in standard guitar configuration. The apparatus can also be configured to a supportive belt to afford mobility to a musician while supporting and playing a standard electric bass guitar.

Abstract: A musician's article of clothing for an upper body of a musician and used for receiving a musical instrument strap inside the clothing during a musical performance. The clothing is designed to prevent wear, discoloration and burnoff on the shoulder of the clothing. Also, the strap can be removed from the side of a handheld musical instrument and conveniently stored inside the clothing when the strap and musical instrument are not in use. The front of the shirt includes a shoulder strap opening and a chest strap opening therein. The back of the clothing includes a rear strap opening. When the instrument strap is removed from the musical instrument, the strap is received inside the clothing. A lower end of the strap is extends outwardly through the rear strap opening. The upper end of the strap extends outwardly through the shoulder strap opening or the chest strap opening. The ends of the strap are then attached to the side of the musical instrument prior to the musician's performance.

Abstract: A support for a musical keyboard instrument has a first leg, a second leg and an adjuster. The first leg is pivotally connected to the second leg and a rod is formed in a sidewall of the second leg. Two first spiral surfaces are respectively formed in a free end of the rod and the adjuster is provided adjacent to the rod. The knob is formed on the adjuster and has two second spiral surfaces respectively formed thereon and mated with the first spiral surfaces. When the second spiral surfaces are locked by the first spiral surfaces, the first leg can be adjusted relative to the second leg. When the first spiral surfaces are engaged with the second spiral surfaces, the fist leg is secured in position on the second leg.

Abstract: A connector for securing a guitar, stringed instrument or other article to a strap, having a body with an opening for mounting to an anchor post, and an engagement member slidable within the body. The engagement member has a second opening with a first portion and second portion. The first portion is large enough to receive the head of the anchor post and the second portion is narrow enough to prevent the anchor post from passing through it. The user slides the first portion of the second opening into alignment with the opening in the body and then inserts the anchor post into both the opening and the first portion of the second opening. Then, the user sides the engagement member so that the second portion of the second opening is in alignment with the first opening, impeding the release of the anchor post from the connector. Optionally, the body may have a third opening for removal and replacement of the engagement member and/or a fourth opening to facilitate sliding of the engagement member within the body.

Abstract: An attachment member for a strap for a guitar includes a shaft-shaped member fixable inside a hole in a guitar body via an adhesive agent; and a holding member continuous with this shaft-shaped member which is positioned outside the hole. The shaft-shaped member includes a first shaft-shaped portion on a distal end side of the member, a second shaft-shaped portion on a base portion side of the member, and a dividing groove formed in the first and second shaft-shaped portions. The first shaft-shaped portion contacts the hole inner circumferential surface. The second shaft-shaped portion forms a space between itself and the hole inner circumferential surface for containing the adhesive agent. When inserted, the first shaft-shaped portion is deformed in conformity with the hole internal surface configuration while narrowing the groove width of the diving groove. A shaft-shaped member can be firmly and easily fixed inside a hole.

Abstract: A system is disclosed for holding a musical instrument, such as a guitar, to a vertical post, such as a lamp post. An upper clamp is adapted for clamping to the vertical post and includes an instrument neck holder for engaging an upper portion of the musical instrument. A lower clamp is adapted for clamping to the vertical post and includes an instrument base holder for engaging a lower portion of the musical instrument. Each clamp preferably includes two arcuate jaws each terminating at one end at an actuator portion pivotally fixed to a pivot rod. A coil spring surrounds the pivot rod and biases the jaws towards each other, such that when the actuators are squeezed toward each other the jaws are forced to pivot away from each other against the urging of the coil spring. Each clamp may be adjusted vertically on the post so as to allow musical instruments of varying sizes to be used with the system.

Abstract: Disclosed are a musical instrument stand and a musical instrument stand and musical instrument hanger that are portable and compact. The device has a wide, sturdy base that is capable of holding musical instruments without marring or scratching the finish of the musical instruments. In addition, in accordance with one embodiment, the device can be used as a hanger to hang musical instruments from a wall.

Abstract: A musical instrument stand is disclosed that includes at least, a pair of legs pivotally secured to a support portion and disposed within a leg retention channel of the support portion when the support portion is in a closed position, and extracted from the leg retention channel when the support portion is in an open position. Preferably, the support portion includes at least a position stop that limits the extent that each the open and closed positions of the support portion may attain. The musical instrument stand further preferably includes an over center latch assembly interposed between and communicating with the pair of legs, the over center latch maintains a predetermined separation between said first and second legs when the over center latch assembly is in a locked position, and nests within the pair of legs when the pair of legs are disposed within a leg retention channel.

Abstract: A support for a musical Instrument manufactured from a firm yet pliable material which is slid under the supporting handle of an amplification device or slid between two stacked amplification devices by a finger hole at one end. The fingerboard or neck of a musical instrument, when stood upright on the floor, can be inserted into a socket on the other end of the device providing support when the instrument is not being played and providing a convenient and safe means of storage when the instrument is not in use. Two gear-shaped ends assist in sliding the device under the handle of the amplification device and the two slots by the socket hold guitar plectrums.

Abstract: A permanent, flexible, self-adhesive, non-slip pad, the pad being made of material which can be affixed to the body of a stringed musical instrument to prevent the instrument from slipping in any direction on a player's clothing while the player is in a sitting or standing playing position.

Abstract: Disclosed are a musical instrument stand and a musical instrument stand and musical instrument hanger that are portable and compact. The device has a wide, sturdy base that is capable of holding musical instruments without marring or scratching the finish of the musical instruments. In addition, in accordance with one embodiment, the device can be used as a hanger to hang musical instruments from a wall.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for supporting an instrument, particularly support that places as much as possible of the instrument weight onto the instrument user's lower body (i.e., waist/hips/thighs and lower). A patch of a releasably adhering fabric is attached to the back of the instrument. The patch attachment is preferably temporary (removable) but if permanent, then preferably the permanent attachment is made to a removable and replaceable component of the instrument. A hanger that is removably attachable to the user's waist/hips/thighs is at least partially covered by a releasably adhering fabric that will mate with (releasably adhere to) the fabric of the patch on the instrument. Rigid forms of the hanger can be used to reduce twisting of the instrument in the vertical plane, and can also be used to provide support wherein the patch-to-hanger releasable adherence location is positioned above the location of the removable attachment to the user.

Abstract: An instrument hanger attachable to a microphone stand facilitates the supporting or hanging of various musical instruments on the stand. The hanger has an annular loop portion for receiving the top portion of the shaft of the stand, a neck and an instrument holding portion shaped to prevent the instrument to detach from the holder in typically encountered situations. A single hanger may hold several like or different instruments. The hangers taught herein may be more convenient than large conventional musical instrument stands which add to the expense and difficulty of travelling and which may crowd a concert stage.

Abstract: A sound controlling apparatus adapted for combination with a speaker unit, comprising a stand configured to support the speaker unit, a reflecting panel or panels associated with the stand to reflect sound waves transmitted by the speaker unit, a side panel or panels associated with the stand, there being a reflected sound transmission path or paths defined by at least one of the following: i) the stand ii) a side panel, or panels, iii) the stand and a side panel or panels.

Abstract: A drum support assembly includes an elongated plate that has a bottom end and a top end. The plate has a first side and a second side. A bottom panel is attached to the bottom end. The bottom panel has a top side and a bottom side. An angle between the top side and the first side is generally between 100 degrees and 160 degrees. The bottom panel has a plurality of apertures extending therethrough. Each of a plurality of fasteners is removably extendable through one of the apertures and into a drum stand so that the bottom panel is horizontally orientated and the top side faces upwardly away from the stand. A bracket is attached to the top end and is configured to releasably secure the plate to a horizontal post securing together a pair of drums.

Abstract: Musical instrument including a removable guitar body having a front side arranged to bear at least one string, a frame-shaped body support comprising a plurality of supporting elements, and at least one supporting element arranged as a bracing element positionable between two opposite supporting elements of the frame-shaped body support. Releasable connection elements are arranged to releasably connect the guitar body to the support body and to the at least one supporting element. The plurality of supporting elements are removably couplable to each other to fold the frame-shaped body support into a space saving unit.