Music – Instruments – Wind
Patent
1997-10-22
1999-09-07
Donels, Jeffrey W.
Music
Instruments
Wind
84385R, G10D 700
Patent
active
059490071
ABSTRACT:
Ready movement of a thumb between positional placement locations on a woodwind musical instrument is provided by incorporating a roller within a thumb transfer device. The thumb transfer device comprises a thumb position combination having a thumb rest, a thumb key and a roller situated between the thumb rest and the thumb key. The thumb enjoys a rolling contact with the roller during the transfer. Height adjustment means allow the musician to adjusted the relative height of the various components to ensure a comfortable orientation during play.
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patent: 4348935 (1982-09-01), Bay
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