Zither-like instruments

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1982-03-09

1984-11-13

Franklin, Lawrence R.

Music

Instruments

Stringed

84285, 84327, G10D 112, G10D 302, G10G 500

Patent

active

044818556

ABSTRACT:
An improved zither-like musical instrument, having a high sound box volume to mass ratio, thin sound board, relatively thin tuning pin blocks comprising the ends of the instrument, and a contact earboard for close contact listening while the instrument is being played normally. The instrument produces a mellow, guitar-like sound.

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