US3618440A
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Ligature for single reed woodwind musical instrument
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-03-16
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Granted: 1971-11-09
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Expires: 1990-03-16
Abstract
Abstract AN IMPROVED LIGATURE IS DISCLOSED WHICH IS SPACED FROM BOTH MOUTHPIECE AND REED TO PERMIT FREER VIBRATION OF BOTH MOUTHPIECE AND REED RESULTING IN RICHER, DARKER, MELLOWER TONERS AND MORE EVEN TONES THROUGOUT THE VARIOUS REGISTERS OF THE INSTRUMENT.
Inventors
- 👤 Jackie Leo Ratterree
Bibliographic Details
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Jurisdiction
US
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2026-11-06 05:20
CPC Classifications
G; G10; G10D; G10D7/00; G10D7/06; G10D9/00; G10D9/02
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-11-08 | 1975-05-10 | 1975-11-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-11-08 | 1979-05-10 | 1979-11-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-11-08 | 1983-05-10 | 1983-11-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |