Attachments, Supports And Locks Patents (Class 84/376A)
  • Accordion sliding bass
    Patent number: 5731532
    Abstract: A sliding bass mechanism is disclosed and creates an excellent environment for the left wrist, hand and fingers to manipulate the bass and chord buttons of an accordion. This sliding bass makes possible the delivery of accurate rhythmic and harmonious pulse. The accordion sliding bass of this invention presents an opportunity to allow the left wrist, hand and fingers the freedom to reach a new degree of speed, accuracy and force, while at the same time being able to push and pull the accordion in a very smooth manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1996
    Date of Patent: March 24, 1998
    Inventor: Joseph J. Slaby
  • Extra low profile housing for vertical dual keyboard MIDI wireless controller for accordionists
    Patent number: 5388493
    Abstract: An extra low profile housing for vertical dual keyboard MIDI wireless controller for accordionists, representing values and features of convenience, practicality and portability even further enhanced in its book-like folding version, in its three section interlocking modular version, and in its vertical horizontal dual-purpose version. The instrument can be used with either the traditional MIDI cable connection or by a wireless MIDI transmission system when so equipped.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 1993
    Date of Patent: February 14, 1995
    Inventor: Giorgio F. Curletto
  • Folding housing for electronic M.I.D.I. accordion
    Patent number: 4953436
    Abstract: A folding housing for electronic M.I.D.I. accordion without bellows and without reeds. It is a portable musical instrument which is extremely light to strap on and to handle and it becomes even more attractive when traveling because of its folding feature which reduces its size in half making it an ideal carry-on piece of luggage which can go with you on a plane and fit either under the seat or in the over head compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 1989
    Date of Patent: September 4, 1990
    Inventor: Giorgio F. Curletto
  • Strap connection for a guitar or stringed instrument
    Patent number: 4843943
    Abstract: A strap connector for the body of a stringed instrument, such as a guitar, comprising two overlaid members, with the bottom member being more elongated than the top member to define a protective piece over the instrument body. A strap engagement ring is carried by the top member. That ring overlies the protective piece, whereby that piece protects the instrument body against contact with the ring. The strap connector is held to the body of the instrument by a projection from the instrument extending through a slit in the strap connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 1987
    Date of Patent: July 4, 1989
    Assignee: Hoshino Gakki Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Yoshihiro Hoshino
  • Electronic accordion housing and support stand
    Patent number: 4545276
    Abstract: An electronic accordion without bellows and without reeds. Control panels and surfaces are provided to maximize convenience to the performer.It is a stationary instrument which can be detached from its sectional tubular supporting platform for portability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 1984
    Date of Patent: October 8, 1985
    Inventor: Giorgio F. Curletto
  • Accordion support apparatus
    Patent number: 4226161
    Abstract: An accordion support apparatus having an elongated flexible belt surrounding the waist of the player. The belt is hooked to a ring attached to a link. The link has an end fastened to the lower part of the treble section of an accordion. The weight of the accordion is transferred through the link to the belt surrounding the waist of the player. The link has a structure for adjusting the length of the link to enable the player to move the accordion to a convenient playing position when the player is standing or seated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1978
    Date of Patent: October 7, 1980
    Inventor: Elmer A. Goetsch