Robert J Cote

US Patent:

42111439, Jul 8, 1980

Filed:

Apr 16, 1979

Appl. No.:

6/030105

Inventors:

Robert J. Cote - Detroit MI

International Classification:

G10D 1308

US Classification:

84402

Abstract:

A musical instrument having an adjustable elongated member supported in an upright position on a collapsible base. A flat flexible sheet of metal, or other suitable materials capable of producing a musical tone when struck, is adjustably mounted on the upper end of the elongated member. An operator lever, pivotally mounted on the collapsable base, is connected to the flat flexible sheet by a cable. An actuator pedal on the operator lever enables it to be conveniently manipulated so as to selectively flex the flat flexible sheet when it is being struck by a percussive implement thereby producing variations in tone. A further variation in tone can be achieved by drawing a conventional violin bow across the edge of the flat flexible sheet as it is being flexed.

Address:

6505 99 St E, Bradenton, FL 34202

Phone:

9417580955

VIN:

4T1BE46KX7U526550

Make:

TOYOTA

Model:

CAMRY

Year:

2007