1987-01-15
1988-05-24
Franklin, Lawrence R.
Music
Instruments
Drums
G10D 1302
Patent
active
047458399
ABSTRACT:
A drum mute used to dampen a drum and remove unwanted ringing overtones is installed on the inside of the drum in contact with the drum skin and supported in position by a mounting rod having its ends spanning the drum body, the midsection of the mounting rod engaging the drum mute to support it in position. The drum mute may be either an inflatable member or a resilient foam member.
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Chandler Charles W.
Franklin Lawrence R.
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