Pitch changing mechanisms for stringed musical instruments

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9934762
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15390950

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Disclosed are pitch changing mechanisms, including fine-tuning and micro adjustment mechanisms. One mechanism is an adjustable tuning rod holder for a stringed instrument that is configured for both (A) fine tuning of the height of a pull-rod relative to a rod puller and pitch changer and (B) alignment the rod puller 1000 with the string 2500 on the instrument 2000. Other embodiments include roller nut and roller bridge housings. Yet still, disclosed are embodiments of pivot plates for fine or micro adjustments of the angle of a neck of a stringed instrument relative to the instruments body.

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JACKSON DAVIDDAHLONEGA GA

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Jackson, David Dahlonega, US 112 2415

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