Modular adjustable fretboard apparatus

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9881593
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15344954

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A modular apparatus and method of varying the playability and tonal characteristics of a stringed instrument such as an acoustic or electric guitar which is commonly provided with a body and a fretboard to the instrument's neck. The modular apparatus includes a longitudinal rail, accessible fasteners, intermediary spacer blocks and a plurality of adjustable and removable frets. The rail is configured to connect with the neck of the stringed instrument and to provide a base for the frets. The frets are configured to move as needed within apertures within the rail. The frets are also configured to receive and support the instrument's strings. The frets are selectively adjustable relative to the rail by the user to change the tonal and playability characteristics of the instrument.

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BILL EDWARDS INNOVATIONS LLC500 S HIMES AVE APT 53 TAMPA FL 33609

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Edwards, William Tampa, US 41 391

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