Banjo bridge base plate

摘要

The present invention is directed to a banjo bridge base plate, constructed of natural wood in a simple rectangle shaped form, or an irregular or fancy decorative shaped form, or constructed from various other materials, including synthetic wood, plastics, ebony, ivory, pearl and like materials, or combinations thereof, that will achieve the a similar operational effect, that effect being to confer upon a banjo so equipped with improved tonal quality.

主权项

1. A separate tone plate bridge base mechanical string energy initial peak compression device for a banjo comprising:
a) a separate tone flat plate positioned between the banjo drum head and the banjo bridge which is retrofitted beneath the banjo bridge; and wherein said separate tone flat plate acts as a limiter to initial peak energy coming from the strings when the banjo is played for the purpose of increasing the level of energy released during sustain time enabling a banjo player to play music with increased sustain, thereby enabling a broader general use of the instrument.