Patents by Inventor Terrance Dennis

Terrance Dennis has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Vibrato string retainer bracket
    Patent number: 8163987
    Abstract: The present invention provides a bracket, which can be easily installed to a vibrato device having a string bar with projecting string pins. The bracket facilitates re-stringing the strings through slots which are conveniently placed and readily accessible to the installer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2012
    Assignee: U.E. Corp.
    Inventor: Terrance Dennis
  • Musical instrument vibrato mounting adapter apparatus
    Patent number: 8071868
    Abstract: A vibrato mounting apparatus for mounting a vibrato device, such as a Bigsby Vibrato, to an electric guitar without making changes to the guitar body is herein disclosed. The vibrato device replaces the stop tailpiece of the guitar leaving available mounting holes for the mounting apparatus. The vibrato device is then mounted to the apparatus without the need to alter the guitar by drilling holes. The mounting apparatus locates the vibrato device on the guitar in a manner to maintain the critical bend angle of the guitar strings over the bridge. With a minimalist profile, the mounting apparatus is essentially concealed from view and presents a small burden in weight to the guitar. An alternative embodiment provides a method for mounting the apparatus so as to preserve the design string dynamics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2011
    Assignee: U.E. Corp.
    Inventor: Terrance Dennis
  • MUSICAL INSTRUMENT VIBRATO MOUNTING ADAPTER APPARATUS
    Publication number: 20100282042
    Abstract: A vibrato mounting apparatus for mounting a vibrato device, such as a Bigsby Vibrato, to an electric guitar without making changes to the guitar body is herein disclosed. The vibrato device replaces the stop tailpiece of the guitar leaving available mounting holes for the mounting apparatus. The vibrato device is then mounted to the apparatus without the need to alter the guitar by drilling holes. The mounting apparatus locates the vibrato device on the guitar in a manner to maintain the critical bend angle of the guitar strings over the bridge. With a minimalist profile, the mounting apparatus is essentially concealed from view and presents a small burden in weight to the guitar. An alternative embodiment provides a method for mounting the apparatus so as to preserve the design string dynamics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2010
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Applicant: U.E. Corp.
    Inventor: Terrance Dennis
  • Musical instrument vibrato mounting adapter plate
    Patent number: 7812232
    Abstract: An adapter for mounting a vibrato device, such as a Bigsby Vibrato, to an electric guitar without making changes to the guitar body is provided herein. The vibrato device replaces the stop tailpiece leaving available mounting holes for the adapter. The vibrato device is then mounted to the adapter without the need to alter the guitar by drilling holes. The adapter locates the vibrato device on the guitar in a manner to maintain the critical bend angle of the guitar strings over the bridge. The adapter, with a minimalist profile, is barely visible when mounted. Alternative embodiments provide an adapter kit and a method for mounting the adapter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2010
    Assignee: U.E. Corp.
    Inventor: Terrance Dennis
  • MUSICAL INSTRUMENT VIBRATO MOUNTING ADAPTER PLATE
    Publication number: 20100011936
    Abstract: An adapter for mounting a vibrato device, such as a Bigsby Vibrato, to an electric guitar without making changes to the guitar body is provided herein. The vibrato device replaces the stop tailpiece leaving available mounting holes for the adapter. The vibrato device is then mounted to the adapter without the need to alter the guitar by drilling holes. The adapter locates the vibrato device on the guitar in a manner to maintain the critical bend angle of the guitar strings over the bridge. The adapter, with a minimalist profile, is barely visible when mounted. Alternative embodiments provide an adapter kit and a method for mounting the adapter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2009
    Publication date: January 21, 2010
    Inventor: Terrance Dennis
  • Musical instrument vibrato mounting adapter plate
    Patent number: D605687
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2009
    Assignee: E.U. Corp.
    Inventor: Terrance Dennis
  • Musical instrument vibrato mounting adapter plate
    Patent number: D719212
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2014
    Assignee: U.E. Corp.
    Inventor: Terrance Dennis