Abstract: A stand for a musical instrument is sturdy, durable, virtually unbreakable, lightweight, simple and inexpensive to construct, and supports an instrument (e.g. a string instrument) in an upright readily accessible manner; yet the stand is simple easy to disassemble for ready transport in a low volume configuration. The stand includes two substantially planar (e.g. molded of polycarbonate) support pieces, with a slide connection between them. An abutment piece preferably fits between the support pieces for ease of transport, and when the stand is assembled fits atop the support pieces. The neck of a guitar, violin, banjo, or like instrument, fits in a recess in the abutment piece, while the body of the instrument is supported by leg portions of the support pieces. A locking member, such as an elastic strap, can extend over the recess to prevent the instrument from detaching from the stand. The stand can be constructed to support multiple instruments.

Abstract: A quick-release device is used for a music support stand composed of a vertical rod and a boom rod. The quick-release device consists of a body, a locking block and a lever. The body has a head, a rod socket and a locking cavity. The head is adapted to attach to the boom rod of a music support stand. The rod socket is formed under the head to receive the vertical rod. The locking cavity is formed on the rod socket and has an inner space to communicate with an inner hole in the rod socket. The locking block is movably mounted inside the locking cavity, and the lever is pivotally attached to the body to press the locking block against the vertical rod or to release the locking block. The music support stand can be quickly attached or detached in an easy way.

Abstract: A percussion instrument lift comprising two end-lifts connected by a support rod. Each end-lift comprises a frame, a lifting frame coupled to the frame, and a lift extending between the frame and the lifting frame. Two platforms are adjustably mounted to the lifting frame of the end-lift. The platforms can be transversely slid on the lifting frame so as to accommodate an instrument of varying widths. A fastener can secure the positioning of the platforms with respect to the lifting frame.

Abstract: Improved Stringed Instrument Stand with an L shaped bracket having a centrally located clevis joint, a hinged flat stand member, and a retaining clip, the L shaped member capable of retaining a washer, the washer having a plurality of engagement fingers that are able to engage with one of a plurality of mating linear engagement receptacles. The washer has a centrally located aperture that allows the retention of a strap holding screw of a stringed instrument. The washer is able to be placed higher or lower within the L shaped bracket thereby allowing stringed instruments having different body thickness's to be accommodated by the bracket without having to drill additional holes in the body the stringed instrument. A hinged flat stand member folds open to help hold the instrument in an upright position when being placed on a flat surface and folded closed when the instrument is being played.

Abstract: A drum stand includes three support arms and rubber sleeves, each of which is arranged on one of the support arms. The rubber sleeves support a drum. Each rubber sleeve includes a first portion, which faces the side portion of the drum, and a second portion, which faces the bottom of the drum. The second portions are more easily bent than the first portions.

Abstract: A stand for holding a microphone, music, or instrument having a horizontally adjustable base comprised of a plurality of adjustable telescoping members forming a U-shape support, such that the members of the base can be adjusted to avoid other equipment in a crowded stage area, thereby conserving space and enabling the stand to be conveniently situated closely together with such other equipment.

Abstract: An endpin restraint is provided for a stringed musical instrument having an endpin projecting from the bottom thereof for engagement with a floor surface. The restraint includes an endpin holder adapted to receive the endpin of the musical instrument. An anchoring rod is adapted to be positioned behind front legs of a chair upon which a musician is seated to play the musical instrument. An adjustment strap interconnects the endpin holder and the anchoring rod. With this arrangement, the endpin holder prevents the endpin from sliding across the floor surface and causing damage to a free end of the endpin and the floor surface, and stabilizes the endpin so as to hold the musical instrument in a desired position.

Abstract: Improved Stringed Instrument Stand with an L shaped bracket having a centrally located clevis joint, a hinged flat stand member, and a retaining clip, the L shaped member capable of retaining a washer, the washer having a plurality of engagement fingers that are able to engage with one of a plurality of mating linear engagement receptacles. The washer has a centrally located aperture that allows the retention of a strap holding screw of a stringed instrument. The washer is able to be placed higher or lower within the L shaped bracket thereby allowing stringed instruments having different body thickness's to be accommodated by the bracket without having to drill additional holes in the body the stringed instrument. A hinged flat stand member folds open to help hold the instrument in an upright position when being placed on a flat surface and folded closed when the instrument is being played.

Abstract: An instrument stand for supporting a musical instrument, such as and particularly a guitar or electric bass, when in use or at rest, with an adjustable mounting portion to hold the instrument close to the instrument player's body and a flexible extending shaft that allows the instrument player to be mobile or move around while operating the instrument on the stand and use the flexible stand for adding intonation or musicality to the performance.

Abstract: A guitar sling is disclosed that allows the musician to move and hold the guitar in any desirable instrument position with respect to the musician's body and that will “self-balance” the guitar in any position or orientation while the guitar is played. The sling consists of four basic components: a guitar strap, a length of cord, cord locks, a fixed strap coupler and a traveling strap coupler. The length of cord is connected between the strap buttons of the guitar and drawn taut across the back of the guitar body by the cord locks. The fixed strap coupler is connected to the strap button at the base of the guitar neck. The traveling strap coupler is mounted to the cord to freely slide along the length of the cord. One end of the guitar strap is connected to the fixed strap coupler while the other end is connected to the traveling strap coupler.

Abstract: A musical instrument support for attaching to an instrument, said support comprises a resilient continuous frame including at least two U shaped clamp portions making contact with an instrument at guitar contact areas for releasably and resiliently biassing said support to an instrument wherein said clamp portions for engaging with a front and back side of an instrument; and said frame further including at least two U shaped base portions making contact with an instrument at second contact areas for resting said support onto a persons thigh, such that said base portions rest comfortably and securely on a persons thigh and maintains said instrument in a desired playing position when said support is clamped to an instrument.

Abstract: The PH Musical Instrument Case/Stand to carry and hold musical instrument. The case/stand is a new and very needed concept in holding and carrying the musical instrument with one (1) unit. Page 1 show the case/stand 1a the inside of the case/stand with the compartment 1a,2a,4a show the side view which is actually the case/stand setup to hold the musical instrument. Page 3 show how the case/stand can be made to carry and hold more than one (′1) instrument. Page 5 show the case/stand with the holder #4a held on the case with a locking hinge a different concept with each case/stand being custom made the customer can have their case/stand made either way. Page 6 show the larger case/stand for larger instrument like saxophones , string instruments. Page 7 show the hinge that is needed to remove the top of the case only in one (1) positions for security reasons.

Abstract: An easily disassembled, rugged stand for supporting musical instruments does not require moving parts, hinges, or screws. The stand is made of two similar interlocking supports, a cap and a removable, flexible strap. The supports are adapted to be fastened together and contain the cap when the stand is disassembled. Further, the flexible strap may be fastened to the supports and used as a handle. When the stand is assembled, the supports are further stabilized by the cap, and the flexible strap may be attached to the cap and used to hold, for example the neck of a guitar.

Abstract: A musical instrument support for attaching to an instrument, said support comprises a resilient continuous frame including at least two U shaped clamp portions making contact with an instrument at guitar contact areas. for releasably and resiliently biassing said support to an instrument wherein said clamp portions for engaging with a front and back side of an instrument; and said frame further including at least two U shaped base portions making contact with an instrument at second contact areas. for resting said support onto a persons thigh, such that said base portions rest comfortably and securely on a persons thigh and maintains said instrument in a desired playing position when said support is clamped to an instrument.

Abstract: A support mechanism adapted for connection to a stand member, and for holding an instrument support arm in a desired position relative to the stand member, includes a receiving member adapted with a first receiving feature for receiving the stand member. A first receiving feature is a through hole adapted for variable positioning along the stand member. The receiving member is further adapted with a second receiving feature for receiving a ball member to form a ball joint. The ball member includes a third receiving feature for receiving the support arm. The third receiving feature is a through hole adapted for variable positioning along the support arm. The stand member and support arm are cooperatively connected through the ball joint.

Abstract: An instrument support and play apparatus for allowing the user to play more than one instrument with one's foot. The instrument support and play apparatus includes a base assembly including a base member being adapted to rest upon a surface, and also including an elongate tubular member being mounted upon and extending upwardly from the base member and being adapted to support a first cymbal upon a top thereof; and also includes an instrument support assembly being adjustably mounted to the elongate tubular member for supporting a musical instrument such as a tambourine; and further includes a first instrument striking assembly including a rod being movably disposed in the elongate tubular member and being adapted to support a second cymbal at a top end thereof; and also includes a second instrument striking assembly being supported by the base member and being adapted to support the musical instrument.

Abstract: A guitar shoulder strap incorporates thickened, rolled edges along the length of the strap. The strap webbing between is generally about two millimeters thick and fifty millimeters wide. The thick, rolled edges are almost four millimeters thick and about six millimeters wide. A decorative pattern is weaved into the outside decorative surface. The strap webbing and thick, rolled edges are a single weave of textile wherein many longitudinal fibers have been bunched into cords at the edges and spiraling transverse fibers are woven to build the webbing and encase the cords.

Abstract: A playing support device for positioning and supporting a pluck musical instrument such as a guitar in a way which allows the performer to position the instrument in front of the body in a manner as if the instrument were being played in a sitting down position. The playing support device also assists in relieving pull on the shoulder caused by the support strap due to the weight of the instrument. The playing support device includes a cushion attachable to the instrument by adjustable straps which enable a comfortable placement of the cushion between the rear surface of the body of the instrument and the body of the player in the playing position.

Abstract: A folding arm mounted on a column of a musical instrument stand has a seat mounted on the column. The seat has a ring. A tube is perpendicular to the column and extending outwards from the ring. A passage is longitudinally defined in the tube. A slot is longitudinally defined through a front end of the tube. An elbow has a rear part pivotally mounted in the slot by a pivot pin. Two movable pieces are received in the passage and pushed by the rear part to tightly abut the column when the elbow is perpendicular to the column. A bar is mounted on a front part of the elbow. Whereby, when the elbow is perpendicular to the column, the arm is secured on the column. When the elbow is pivoted to a position parallel to the column, the arm is movable for adjusting the support height of the stand.

Abstract: A stand (10) for supporting a musical instrument (12), such as a guitar, in an upright position when not in use and for retention on the instrument when the instrument is in use. The stand comprises a mounting block (22) secured to the bottom edge (20) of the instrument (12), and a flat stand member (24) pivotally connected to the mounting block (22). Flat stand member (24) can be transitioned between a first, closed position adjacent the rear surface (18) of the instrument (12) and a second, open position spaced away from the rear surface (18) of the instrument (12) where it supports instrument (12), and is spring-loaded such that it automatically returns to the first, closed position when the instrument (12) is lifted for use. A retaining clip (26) and catch assembly (32) cause the stand (10) to lock into open position when positioned on a horizontal surface.

Abstract: A stand for musical instruments having a body and a neck, the stand including a pedestal, two elongate spaced support members provided on the pedestal and extending parallel to each other for supporting the body of musical instrument, and a bearing member arranged on the pedestal and extending parallel to the support members for supporting the neck of the musical instrument.

Abstract: The locking guitar strap is a guitar strap, which can be securely attached to the button of a guitar or other stringed instrument by means of a locking mechanism mounted internally into the end tab of the guitar strap, thus preventing damage to the instrument by accidental disengagement of the strap from the instrument.

Abstract: An instrument stand for supporting a musical instrument, such as and particularly a guitar or electric bass, when in use or at rest, with an adjustable mounting portion to hold the instrument close to the instrument player's body and a flexible extending shaft that allows the instrument player to be mobile or move around while operating the instrument on the stand and use the flexible stand for adding intonation or musicality to the performance.

Abstract: A foldable stool and stringed instruments stand wherein the stool in the open position provides an easy means of resting a stringed instrument thereon and also allows for the sitting thereupon by the musician during playing of the instrument and which foldable stool is easily folded for ease of asportation.

Abstract: A dual shoulder guitar strap, has two straps. Each goes over one shoulder. The strap has length adjustment buckles for each of these straps. The strap also has a device for adjusting position of each strap on its shoulder. Length adjustments and position on shoulder adjustments are independently controllable. One strap can lie flat on the other so the strap can be used either to hold the guitar over one shoulder or to hold the guitar supported by both shoulders.

Abstract: An electric stringed instrument has a frame body the contour of which is like the outline of a solid body of a corresponding electric or acoustic stringed instrument; the frame body is constituted by plural frame pieces, and the frame piece is detachably connected to a trunk of the electric stringed instrument; a user slings the electric stringed instrument over his or her shoulder by means of a strap so that the strap is to be connected to the trunk by means of fasteners; the fasteners are further used for securing the frame piece to the trunk so that the frame pieces are not unintentionally dropped out from the trunk without increasing the fasteners.

Abstract: The present invention is a stand constructed primarily to support a stringed musical instrument in a generally upright, readily accessible position. The stand further protects the instrument from inadvertent rotation by providing spaced supports which engage the rear elements of the instrument to support the instrument in a fixed position.

Abstract: A musical instrument leg support device for allowing the user of a guitar to more comfortably play a guitar while being seated. The musical instrument leg support device includes a flexible elongate member having a padded member and a non-slip cover member which completely encloses about the padded member; and also includes fastening members each having a strip member being securely attached to a respective end of the flexible elongate member and each having hook and loop fasteners securely attached to the strip member with the musical instrument leg support device being wrapped and fastened about the thigh of the user to prevent slippage of the musical instrument.

Abstract: An electric guitar or other similar stringed instrument is provided. The guitar is ergonomically designed to provide a maximum amount of comfort and stability in a variety of playing positions, both sitting and standing, while producing a minimum amount of fatigue in the instrumentalist.

Abstract: A folding frame for supporting a musical instrument is disclosed. The frame includes a first leg and a second leg pivotally connected to each other. The first leg is formed with a disk defining a plurality of holes. The second leg is formed with a spring-loaded pin that tends to be moved into one of the holes in the disk. A handle is pivotally connected to the second leg, and has a first end spaced from the second leg and a second end engaged with the pin. Therefore, the pin can be moved out of one of the holes in the disk simply by pressing the first end of the handle towards the second leg.

Abstract: The apparatus of the present invention 1) holds percussion mallets for transportation or storage, 2) converts any concert music stand or desk into a trap table for holding mallets and small percussion instruments such as tambourines, triangles, and claves thereon, and 3) provides a pocketed surface disposed below the surface of the music desk to hold mallets in an easily accessible manner. The upper portion of the trap bag has a sleeve which slips over the shelf or edge of the music desk, securing the trap bag to the desk. A padded portion rests on the surface of the desk to sustain small percussion instruments and mallets. The stick or mallet holding segment hangs below the desk to contain the mallets in a performance ready posture for the percussionist. When the performance is over, the trap bag is lifted off the edge of the desk and closed for easy transit or storage.

Abstract: A stand for at least one elongated musical instrument having a narrow end and a wide end and including a base for setting the stand on an essentially horizontal plane, a substantially vertically oriented midsection, at least one support assembly, and at least one yoke, with a rigid latch element, with the support assembly supporting the wide base end of the musical instrument and the yoke receiving the narrow head end of the musical instrument.

Abstract: In a conga stand comprising a holding ring for a conga to be inserted and holding pieces joined on the holding ring and resting laterally on the conga as well as legs equally connected to the holding ring, it is provided that each leg, at its lower end, has a cranked section which is parallel to the ground it stands on and is provided with a non-slip cover, in particular of rubber or the like.

Abstract: A stand for musical instruments having a body and a neck, the stand including a pedestal, two elongate spaced support members provided on the pedestal and extending parallel to each other for supporting the body of musical instrument, and a bearing member arranged on the pedestal and extending parallel to the support members for supporting the neck of the musical instrument.

Abstract: A guitar stand has a main support frame, a first hollow leg, a second hollow leg, a first bracket, a second bracket, an adjustment seat, and a head block. The first bracket has a connector disposed on the first hollow leg. The second bracket has a connecting brace disposed on the second hollow leg. The head block has a pair of side pillars to receive a pair of cushions, a lower tube and a pair of lugs disposed on a lower portion of the lower tube. The adjustment seat is connected to the head block, the first hollow leg, and the second hollow leg. The main support frame has a main hollow rod, a three-way joint, a first support rod, and a second support rod. The three-way joint has an upper tube to receive the main hollow rod and a hollow socket connected to the upper tube. The hollow socket receives the first support rod and the second support rod.

Abstract: An upper pivot support for a guitar which is supported by a support system which holds the guitar in the front of the player's body with the strumming end of the guitar hanging downwardly. The pivot support encompasses an outwardly extending enclosed cushioned pivot secured to an upper front portion of an enclosed rigid backboard which is releasably mountable within the waistband on the player. The enclosed cushioned pivot extending outwardly places the guitar further away from the rib cage area providing a clearer view of the strumming end in a more comfortable and less tense position.

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.

Abstract: A musical instrument stand for, for instance, marimbas comprised of a musical instrument mounting holder and a stand main body. The musical instrument mounting holder is connected at its bottom to height adjustment devices, which are installed in the leg columns of the stand main body, with an angle adjustment mechanism which is, for instance, an universal joint, in between, thus allowing the musical instrument mounting holder to take a desired degree of angle with respect to the leg columns and tilt to the front or rear and to the left or right.

Abstract: An upper pivot support for a guitar which is supported by a support system which holds the guitar in the front of the player's body with the strumming end of the guitar hanging downwardly. The pivot support encompasses an outwardly extending enclosed cushioned pivot secured to an upper front portion of an enclosed rigid backboard which is releasably mountable within the waistband on the player. The enclosed cushioned pivot extending outwardly places the guitar further away from the rib cage area providing a clearer view of the strumming end in a more comfortable and less tense position.

Abstract: A stabilization device for a smaller brass instrument includes a first element that rests on the chest of a user of the instrument and a second element that provides a pivoting balance for the instrument.

Abstract: A musical instrument stand has a pair of first leg devices, a pair of second leg devices, a pair of adjustment mounts, a main connector, a collar, a clamping device, and an adjustment tube. A first rivet fastens one of the first leg devices, one of the second leg devices, and one of the adjustment mounts together. A bolt fastens the main connector and one of the adjustment mounts together. The collar receives a lower sleeve of the clamping device. The clamping device receives an upper portion of the main connector. The adjustment tube is inserted through the clamping device and the main connector.

Abstract: A hanger has a support frame, an L-shaped rod, a clamp seat, a connection pipe, and a bracket. The support frame has a hollow post, a fork-shaped frame disposed on the hollow post, and a positioning seat disposed on the hollow post. The connection pipe has a rear end inserted in the clamp seat. The bracket has a tube and a U-shaped rod. A lower end of the L-shaped rod is inserted in the hollow post. A bolt fastens the clamp seat and the rear end of the connection pipe together. A front end of the connection pipe is inserted in the tube.

Abstract: A musical instrument stand such as a hi-hat stand equipped with hi-hat cymbals is basically constructed a stand member, a pedal device containing a pedal frame and a pedal, and a stand leg unit corresponding to a foldable tripod containing three legs. The stand leg unit vertically supports the stand member together with the pedal frame of the pedal device, which is placed on a floor. Herein, first, second and third legs of the stand leg unit are spread on the floor and are subjected to nonuniform arrangement such that a first angle is set between the first and second legs and between the second and third legs, while a second angle is set between the first and third legs. Preferably, the first angle ranges between 100° and 110°, and the second angle ranges between 140° and 160°. The pedal is arranged in an area that lies between the first and third legs, which are widely spread with the second angle in plan view.

Abstract: A hanger device has a support seat, a control rod, and a cantilever. The support seat has an upper lug, a pair of middle lugs, a semicircular slot, a plurality of threaded holes, and a longitudinal through aperture. The upper lug has a center hole and a plurality of grooves. A post is disposed on the control rod. The cantilever has a distal end and a proximal end having a through hole. The proximal end of the cantilever is inserted in the semicircular slot of the support seat. The control rod passes through the center hole of the upper lug, the longitudinal through aperture of the support seat, and the through hole of the proximal end of the cantilever.

Abstract: A combination case and stand for musical instruments or other items that when used in transport, has the appearance and simple functionality of a standard case. To function as a stand, the top can be completely removed, and the bottom portion which holds the item is fabricated with a joint such that it can fold into a stable stand configuration. When folded into the stand configuration, the joint becomes the top of the stand, and the rigid segments on each side of the joint become the supporting sides. In the stand configuration, the musical instrument or other item is supported in a slanted but upright position within one of the supporting sides. An additional feature of the present invention is a drop-down shelf that can lie flat and function as a pocket in the case configuration, and drop down to serve as a shelf in the stand configuration.

Abstract: A novel arrangement of a quick release bracket holder for supporting a pair of conga drums on a floor-standing stand through a conga drum holder bracket. The bracket holder comprises a stationary base plate, and a clamp plate disposed parallel to the base plate and movable toward and away therefrom between an open position and a clamping position. The base plate is provided with two pairs of mounting posts adapted to be inserted into corresponding holes in the holder bracket. The clamp plate is provided with two pairs of cylindrical clamping members complementary to the mounting posts of the base plate. The bracket holder further includes a cam actuator provided to apply an axial force to the clamp plate for moving it toward the base plate in order to clamp the drum holder bracket between the base plate and the clamping members of the clamp plate.

Abstract: A stand for at least one elongated musical instrument having a narrow end and a wide end and including a base for setting the stand on an essentially horizontal plane, a substantially vertically oriented midsection, at least one support assembly, and at least one yoke, with a rigid latch element, with the support assembly supporting the wide base end of the musical instrument and the yoke receiving the narrow head end of the musical instrument.

Abstract: A guitar cover is adapted for protecting a guitar supported on a guitar stand, wherein the guitar cover includes a tubular body cover having a receiving chamber for receiving the guitar therein. The body cover has a back slit vertically formed on a back side of the guitar cover to communicate the receiving chamber with outside in such a manner that holding arms of the guitar stand are adapted for extending into the receiving chamber in order to hold the guitar in position.

Abstract: A folded sheet of rigid material to be attached to the back of a round backed stringed instrument so configured that the surface of the support against the performer's body will be parallel to the front surface of the round backed stringed instrument, this support to be attached to the stringed instruments at a plurality of attachment points by means of U-shaped protrusions bearing flexible, knitted attachment surfaces. This device provides the following new capabilities: improved instrument stability, improved instrument positionability. The performer benefits from the standpoint of health by the fact that the device dampens the twisting moment of the instrument when played, thereby reducing the fatigue in the non-strumming hand, permitting player a greater fluency of technique and increased endurance for long performances.

Abstract: A stringed instrument repair station has a frame, a body support member, and first and second neck support member, all adapted for supporting a stringed musical Instrument during manufacture, repair, or on-going maintenance. The body support member is pivotally coupled to the frame member and supported by first adjustable support member. The first neck support member is pivotally coupled to the frame member and supported by second adjustable support member, such neck support member being capable of being positioned at varying angles relative to the frame member. The second neck support member is pivotally coupled to the frame member and supported by third adjustable support member, such neck support member adapted to support the neck of the stringed musical instrument and capable of being positioned at varying angles relative to the first neck support member.