1997-05-15
1999-01-26
Shoop, Jr., William M.
Music
Instruments
Drums
84411M, G10D 1302
Patent
active
058640770
ABSTRACT:
A polymer film drumhead having indentations in the surface, the indentations placed strategically by size, number and placement near the periphery of the drumhead to control the vibrational characteristics and the overtone content of the drumhead when struck.
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Hsieh Shih-yung
Innovative Automation Inc.
Shoop Jr. William M.
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