Music – Instruments – Stringed
Reexamination Certificate
2005-02-08
2005-02-08
Hsieh, Shih-Yung (Department: 2837)
Music
Instruments
Stringed
C084S293000, C084S267000, C084S31400N
Reexamination Certificate
active
06852916
ABSTRACT:
This invention relates to a lute comprising a body-shaped sound box and a neck attached thereto. The sound box is made up of a domed rear section and a cover. The aim of the invention is to provide a lute which can meet the needs of modern concert performances and be used by contemporary guitarists, whereby the excellent sound qualities of the lute are retained and the instrument can be used in a modern-day orchestra. This is achieved by providing the cover and the string-holder with a outwardly curved shape; a surface that is devoid of any transverse beams is arranged on the underside in an approximately symmetrical position with respect to the string holder and said surface is configured as a strip-free surface or fitted with strips which are symmetrical with respect to the center axis.
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Burguete Andre
Mark Gunter
Streu Benno
Baker & Botts LLP
Hsieh Shih-Yung
Tejwani Manu J.
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