Music – Accessories – Teaching devices
Patent
1994-08-29
1995-05-23
Gellner, Michael L.
Music
Accessories
Teaching devices
84454, 34081545, 34081569, G09B 1500
Patent
active
054171377
ABSTRACT:
A metronome apparatus has an electro-mechanical rhythm generator (28) in sound communication of a variable targeted optimum rhythm to a first (4) of two earphones (4,5) of a dual-earphone headset (2). In sound communication with a second (5) of the two earphones (4,5) is a manual rhythm generator (27). The manual rhythm generator (27) has preferably four adjustable finger buttons (8,9,10,11) that are operable by four fingers of a user's hand. Rhythm generated by the manual rhythm generator (27) and the targeted optimum rhythm of the electro-mechanical rhythm generator (28) are comparable in opposite earphones of the headset positioned on a user. Sound differences indicate nearness to correct rhythm. Light intensity of a light signal (35) is optional to indicate relative correctness of rhythm for increased precision of rhythm accuracy. Variations of rhythm also can be compared similarly. Independently of any instrument, the manual rhythm generator (27) with four finger buttons (8,9,10,11) can be used to practice rhythm. This metronome apparatus may be played with any instrument. The apparatus even has applications in physical therapy, dance, sports and industrial control and monitoring. Electrical circuitry is provided.
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Krasny G. Mitchell
Tibilov Evgeny G.
Gellner Michael L.
Livingston Edward M.
Stanzione Patrick J.
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