Music – Instruments – Drum and cymbal beaters
Patent
1984-10-18
1987-02-03
Franklin, Laurence R.
Music
Instruments
Drum and cymbal beaters
G10D 1302
Patent
active
046401768
ABSTRACT:
A quick connect/disconnect retainer structure for detachable drumstick heads is provided. A conventional-type drumstick may be used, or a modified one used if preferred. The modified one is provided with a circumferentially extending flange a short distance from the tip end of the drumstick. In either situation, the tip end of the drumstick is provided with a central aperture and female threads therewith.
The retainer structure per se comprises a cylindrical body having a central projection from one end thereof which is suitably threaded for engagement with the female threads of the drumstick. The other side of the body member is provided with a plurality of spring fingers. Each spring finger has an outwardly tapered surface for engagement by a suitable tool with camming action thereby for the purpose of pressing the fingers radially inwardly when desired. Close to the base of each spring finger a circumferential recess is provided. A retainer washer having a central opening just slightly smaller than the outer circumference of the plurality of spring fingers is mounted within the recesses of the spring fingers to retain a replaceable head in position on the drumstick.
A tool having a conical recess at one end and preferably magnetized at the same end can be used to move the spring fingers radially inwardly to release the retainer washer, and the magnetism of the end will suitably retain the retainer washer with the tool upon removal and prevent loss thereof.
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