| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 084375000 | Minor reed | 16 |
| 084376000 | Accordions | 1 |
| 20110308374 | Accordion Button assembly - An accordion button assembly construction, characterized in that said button assembly construction comprises a bottom body in which a top body is engaged, said bottom body comprising a substantially cylindric body including a top cavity. | 12-22-2011 |
| 084377000 | Harmonicas | 15 |
| 20090308223 | Harmonica - The harmonica may include a cover, a comb, reed plates and reeds. In one embodiment, the harmonica may include an upper button and/or a lower button which may allow the cover to be removed from the comb. In another embodiment, the harmonica may include one or more side buttons which allow the cover to be removed from the comb. In another embodiment, the cover may be allowed to pivot relative to the comb so that the cover can be rotated away from the comb. In another embodiment, the harmonica may include one or more inserts and openings in the comb in order to improve the sound of the harmonica. In another embodiment, the harmonica may include one or more side vents which allow air to escape or to enter the harmonica which may improve the sound of the harmonica. | 12-17-2009 |
| 20100236378 | ADJUSTABLE CHROMATIC CHORD HARMONICA - An adjustable chromatic harmonica incorporating an adjustable mouthpiece where, for each mouth-hole, the player's breath may be selectively connected to one or more available reed cells. This is by means of a rotatable cup-shaped valve, with an opening or port in its side, being mounted in each mouth-hole such that the port can be registered by rotation with one of a group of surrounding air ducts, each of which is connected to one or more reed cells in the body of the harmonica. In some embodiments an apertured slide is interposed between the mouthpiece and the body. In some embodiments means are provided for rotating the valves in independent groups while the harmonica is being played. In embodiments where each group of mouth-holes can be independently adjusted, a large number of physical states is possible. Consequently, some embodiments have the capability of playing chromatic melodies and several common chord types in all twelve musical keys. | 09-23-2010 |
| 20100242706 | COMB | 09-30-2010 |
| 20110303072 | Pitch Altering Mechanism for Reeded Instrument - A system for altering the pitch produced by a reed of a reeded instrument. The system comprises a reed having a first portion structured to be coupled to the instrument and a second portion generally free to vibrate and a magnet adjustably disposed adjacent the reed. The reed comprises a magnetic material. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20130036893 | Harmonica Adapted for Chordal Jamming and Method and Use of Same for Improving Pulmonary Function - A harmonica is provided comprising a blow reed plate having a plurality of blow reeds, a draw reed plate having a plurality of draw reeds, and a comb having a plurality of air channels therein, wherein each blow reed and each draw reed corresponds to one of a plurality of musical tones, wherein the plurality of air channels are grouped into a first group of air channels and a second group of air channels, wherein blowing air through a first subset of the first group of air channels produces the musical tones of a first musical chord and drawing air from the first subset of the first group of air channels produces the musical tones of a second musical chord, and wherein blowing air through a first subset of the second group of air channels produces the musical tones of a third musical chord and drawing air from the first subset of the second group of air channels produces the musical tones of a fourth musical chord. | 02-14-2013 |
| 20130276615 | Methods and Devices for Muting a Harmonica - The present invention provides methods and devices for attenuating sound emanating from a harmonica when played while practicing or performing by a player. The methods and devices include a sound blocking and reflecting means and, optionally, a sound absorbing means. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20140053706 | Jamonica Barrel Cap - The present cupping device attaches to the harmonica holder and provides a simulated cupping effect when the musician is playing the harmonica hands-free. The cupping device is generally a U-shaped elongate channel formed by bending a rigid sheet material to create a chamber. The elongate channel attaches to a harmonica holder and the open side of the elongate channel receives the back of a harmonica also mounted on the harmonica holder. Each end of the elongate channel is open to permit the ingress and egress of air while playing. A microphone may be clipped to one or both open ends and positioned within the elongate channel. The cupping device isolates the harmonica sound so that it can be amplified at higher volumes without feedback or interference. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20150107438 | Harmonica and Technology For Retrofitting Harmonica - A harmonica with a tube plate that provides production of sweeter, clearer notes with a minimum of skill. The tube plate has a plurality of tubes and sits over the reeds and the comb under the cover plate, a tube coupled with each air chamber in the comb. The tubes form tunnels with the air chambers, enhancing reverberation and separating the sound waves emanating from the reed in each chamber. The tube plate can be added to a conventional harmonica. The harmonica has a plurality of reed units, each reed in a separate unit. Each reed unit is individually replaced when a reed requires replacement or when modification of the harmonica key is desired. The reed units can replace a reed plate in a conventional harmonica. | 04-23-2015 |
| 084378000 | With resonance chambers | 1 |
| 20130036894 | IMPROVEMENT FOR A HARMONICA - The harmonica according to the invention includes a comb or windchest supporting at least one reed plate on which are mounted sound reeds and a peripheral shell allowing to hold the harmonica, said shell including at least one cover plate. Each of its reed plates is sandwiched between the pressing face concerned of the comb and the corresponding cover plate by pressing means for bringing said cover plate closer to the comb between the mouthpiece face of the instrument and the pressing tabs on the side of the bell of the instrument. | 02-14-2013 |
| 084379000 | Supports | 6 |
| 20100000393 | IMPROVEMENT FOR A HARMONICA - The blade-holder ( | 01-07-2010 |
| 20130025431 | HARMONICA HOLDER AND SOUND BAFFLE - An adjustable, adaptable, hands-free harmonica holder for suspending a harmonica from an existing stand, providing a new method for a performer to play the harmonica while simultaneously playing other instruments. The holder comprising an attachment mechanism for securing the subject apparatus to a stand, adjustable arm or arms extending from said attachment mechanism to support the harmonica, a platform to which the harmonica is mouted, and a sound baffle, said sound baffle being adaptable to both deflect and isolate voice and harmonica sounds. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130032020 | HANDS-FREE HARMONICA MOUNTING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE - Provided is a hands-free harmonica mounting system and method of use designed as a live performance tool with several advantages not provided by commercially available hands-free harmonica holding devices. The present system and method allows musicians to play one instrument with their hands such as guitar, drums, keyboards, etc., while simultaneously playing hands-free harmonica through an electrically amplified audio system. It is further designed to facilitate consistent sound input and air trajectories from the harmonica to the microphone to prevent plosives. The system and method also provide fast and secure attachment, removal, and re-attachment of the harmonica to a simple bracket structure that is easily attached and removed from a standard microphone, all without any moving parts and without the use of any tools. The system and method further provide effortless transitions between singing and harmonica playing using a single microphone. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130047817 | Harmonica Support with Magnetic Cradle - A supporting frame and magnetic cradle for playing a harmonica hands-free, the frame providing two positions: a “playing” position for rigidly supporting the harmonica in proximity to the mouth and an “at-rest” position for retaining the harmonica within reach but out of the way. The frame provides means for pivoting the harmonica between the two positions and a memory hinge feature so that, once adjusted, the preferred playing position is reliably recovered at each use. A magnetic lock is used to secure the harmonica to its playing cradle, unexpectedly improving the sound quality. Multiple harmonicas may be magnetically exchanged in and out of the cradle, permitting the musician to quickly and flexibly change keys, timbre, or add tremolo, for example, during a performance. The frame does not interfere with simultaneous performance with other instruments, such as guitar or microphone, and thus finds use for a soloist musician. | 02-28-2013 |
| 20130233146 | HANDS-FREE HARMONICA MOUNTING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE - Provided is a hands-free harmonica mounting system and method of use designed as a live performance tool with several advantages not provided by commercially available hands-free harmonica holding devices. The present system and method allows musicians to play one instrument with their hands such as guitar, drums, keyboards, etc., while simultaneously playing hands-free harmonica through an electrically amplified audio system. It is further designed to facilitate consistent sound input and air trajectories from the harmonica to the microphone to prevent plosives. The system and method also provide fast and secure attachment, removal, and re-attachment of the harmonica to a simple bracket structure that is easily attached and removed from a standard microphone, all without any moving parts and without the use of any tools. The system and method further provide effortless transitions between singing and harmonica playing using a single microphone. | 09-12-2013 |
| 20150090097 | HARMONICA SUPPORT WITH MAGNETIC CRADLE - A magnetic harmonica cradle having a fixed support surface that has been magnetized so as to securely hold a harmonica on the support surface when played without hands. An anterior raised lip is associated with the support surface and is configured to prevent the harmonica from slipping away from the mouth of the musician. A preferred magnetic cradle also permits the musician to grasp the harmonica in place, such as with a cupping motion for modulating the sound, or in a picking up motion for dismounting and/or exchanging the harmonica without the necessity for a mechanical release or latching mechanism which would slow the process or require tools and additional adjustment. | 04-02-2015 |
