GB2493934A - Stringed musical instrument stand - Google Patents
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Abstract
A stand 100 comprises: a stand plate 101 for supporting a stringed musical instrument when in a deployed, standing position; and a fastening plate 102 attached to the stand plate, which may include a back plate 104 and base plate 105. The fastening plate 102 further includes movable means 103 such as a base plate for engaging with a pre-existing support strap fixing point on the stringed musical instrument; the means 103 may be moved using threaded screws 110. In an example the instrument is a guitar and the fastening plate 102 is configured to engage with a strap lock on the body of the guitar. Also disclosed is: a stand 100 wherein at least one of the fastening plate 102 or means for engaging a pre-Âexisting fixing point for a strap comprises a fixing point for a strap: a guitar which has a stand 100 attached to it; and a method for attaching a stand 100 to a stringed musical instrument.
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Field of the Invention
The present invention is in the field of musical instruments and, in particular, stands for stringed musical instruments, In particular, the invention relates to a stand for a stringed musical instrument wherein the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap is movable relative to the fastening plate in order to brace the fastening plate against the stringed musical instrument. The invention also relates to a stand wherein at least one of the fastening plate or means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a fixing point for a strap, and a stand comprising means for holding a guitar pick. The invention further relates to a method for attaching a stand to a stringed musical instrument.
Background to the Invention
Guitar stands are useful items for musicians because without such a device, the musician has no way of storing the guitar in a stable manner when the instrument has been put down and is not in use. Guitar stands are well known and usually comprise a floor-based device for receiving said guitar when not in use. A key disadvantage of known guitar stands is that they tend to be bulky items and require relocation prior to each use of the guitar. Such an arrangement is clearly disadvantageous in the event that the guitar has been picked up and moved away from the position of the stand, for example, during a performance.
Stringed musical instrument stands which are arranged to support said instrument when in a deployed, standing position and are capable of remaining attached to said instrument when in a stored, playing position are known in the art. However, those in the art suffer from a number of problems, Known stands are often poorly attached, which can be problematic during physically active musical performances; cannot be adjusted easily to fit instruments of different shapes and sizes; cannot be used with different lug sizes; and may prevent the use of a strap by using the pre-existing fixing point for the strap as the means for attaching the stand to the musical instrument.
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The present invention attempts to solve these and other problems with the prior art.
Summary of the Invention
In a first aspect the present invention provides a stand for a stringed musical instrument, the stand comprising a stand plate for supporting the instrument when in a deployed, standing position. Typically, the stand comprises a fastening plate attached to the stand plate and means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap attached to the fastening plate. Preferably, the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap is movable relative to the fastening plate in order to brace the fastening plate against the stringed musical instrument.
The stand of the invention has the advantage that a single stand may be securely attached to stringed musical instruments of different sizes with a level of security not contemplated by the prior art. This is particularly advantageous when the stringed musical instrument is a -guitar, which are produced in a variety of shapes and sizes, and which can often be played in a more animated fashion than other stringed instruments. A stand that becomes detached or loose during a performance may damage the instrument, particularly if the musician goes to put the musical instrument down having not realised the stand is no longer attached, or may cause harm or injury to surrounding objects. For instance, a detached stand could be of significant danger to other musicians or audience members. The stand of the present invention is so well secured that in certain embodiments, the stand itself may comprise a fixing point for a strap.
Typically, the invention provides a stringed musical instrument stand, preferably a guitar stand (electric or acoustic), ukulele stand, or banjo stand, Typically, the stand plate is arranged to support the instrument when in a deployed, standing position and is capable of remaining attached to said instrument when in a stored playing position. Typically, the fastening plate is attached to the stand plate by a hinge.
In an embodiment the stand comprises means for pulling or pushing the means for engaging a pit-existing fixing point for a strap. Typically, the fastening plate comprises a base plate and a back plate. Preferably, the stand comprises means for pulling or pushing the means for engaging a pie-existing fixing point for a strap towards the back plate.
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In a preferred embodiment, the means for pulling or pushing the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a threaded screw. Preferably, the means for pulling or pushing the means for engaging a fixing point for a strap comprises two parallel mounted threaded screws. Typically, rotation of the threaded screws pushes or puiis the means for engaging a pit-existing fixing point for a strap. Other means for pulling or pushing the means for engaging a pie-existing fixing point for a strap are also contemplated, including, but not limited to, a ratchet, a spring (helical or leaf), an elastic band, or a pulley system. An advantage of using a threaded screw is that they may incrementally tightened to ensure that the stand is securely fixed in place but without applying excessive force to the pie-existing fixing point for a strap. Two parallel mounted screws lessen the likelihood of the stand coming loose during use.
In a preferred embodiment, the fastening plate comprises a back plate and a base plate.
Typically, the means for engaging a pie-existing fixing point for a sftap is attached to the base plate. Preferably, the back plate and the base plate are a single unitary structure.
Preferably, the base plate and the back plate are moulded as a single unit, preferably a single polymer unit. Typically, the base plate and back plate are substantially perpendicular to each other.
In an embodiment, the means for engaging a pie-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a bracing plate. Typically, the bracing plate comprises a cut-out for receiving a pre-existing fixing point for a strap. Preferably, the cut-out is substantially V-shaped. Preferably, the cut-out has an apex with a radius substantially similar to the radius of the pie-existing fixing point for a strap. Preferably, the radius of the apex is from about I mm to about S mm; more preferably from about 3 to about 7 mm, most preferably 5 mm. Typically, the cut-out is banked so that when it engages the pre-existing fixing point for a strap, the cut-out applies a force in a direction perpendicular to the face of the foot-plate as well as parallel thereto. This improves the bracing of the stand to the stringed musical instrument.
In a preferred embodiment, the bracing plate is slidably engaged with the fastening plate, S preferably slidably engaged with the base plate. Preferably, the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap is movable in a direction substantially parallel to the major face of the base plate, preferably along the central axis of the base plate. The central axis of the base plate is a hypothetical line running along the centre of the base plate perpendicular to the major face of the back plate. Typically, the bracing plate is slidably engaged with the fastening plate by means of a track for receiving the bracing plate. Typically, the track is moulded into the base plate. Preferably, the bracing plate comprises a mating surface or surfaces for receiving the track. Typically, the bracing plate is engaged with the base plate such that the bracing plate moves in a direction substantially parallel to the major face of the base plate and, preferably, substantially perpendicular to the major face of the back plate. This improves the security of attachment between the stand and the stringed musical instrument.
In further embodiments of the invention, the base plate comprises a void for enabling a pre-existing fixing point for a strap to engage with the means for engaging a pre-existiizg fixing point for a strap. Typically, the void has a length, in the direction of the central axis of the base plate, greater than the length of the cut out in the same direction. During use, this aids engagement between the cut out and the pre-existing fixing point for a strap.
In a still further embodiment, at least one of the fastening plate or means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a fixing point for a strap, typically a strap lug.
In a second aspect, the invention provides a stand for a stringed musical instrument, the stand comprising a stand plate for supporting the instrument when in a deployed, standing position. The stand further comprises a fastening plate attached to the stand plate; and means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap attached to the fastening plate.
Preferably, at least one of the fastening plate or means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a fixing point for a strap.
Au advantage of providing a fixing point for a strap on at least one of the fastening plate or the means for engaging a fixing point for a strap is that it enables a strap to be used with the musical instrument even when a stand is attached. This makes playing the stringed musical instrument far more comfortable for the musician and allows the instrument to be played whilst standing.
In an embodiment, the fastening plate comprises a fit-st fixing point and a second fixing point. Typically, the fastening plate comprises a base plate and the base plate comprises the fixing points. Preferably, wherein the first fixing point is for receiving the strap of a left handed musician and the second fixing point is for receiving the strap of a right handed musician. Typically, the first and second fixing points are offset from the central axis of the fastening plate. It is understood that when refen'ing to a fixing point for receiving the strap of a left handed musician it is assumed that the instrument has been strung in the standard arrangement for a left handed musician, and vice-versa for a right handed musician, By providing a first fixing point and a second fixing point for left and right handed musicians the present invention may also be used by left handed musicians who string their instruments unconventionally. As will be appreciated, by providing multiple fixing points, a single stand may be used by musicians with different strapping preferences.
In embodiments, the fastening plate comprises a fixing point for a strap and the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a fixing point for a strap.
Preferably, the fastening plate comprises a first fixing point and a second fixing point.
Preferably, wherein the first fixing point is for receiving the strap of a musician playing left handed and the second fixing point is for receiving the strap of a musician playing right handed. Typically, the fastening plate comprises a base plate and the base plate comprises the fixing point or points. When present, in any of the aspects of the invention, the fixing points may form a single unitary structure with either the fastening plate or the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap, for instance moulded as a contiguous * I. assembly. Equally, in other arrangements, fixing points may be made separately and attached to the stand.
Preferably, the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap is movable relative to the fastening plate in order to brace the fastening plate against the stringed musical instrument.
Typically, the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a bracing plate. Typically, the bracing plate comprises a cut-out for receiving a pre-existing fixing point for a strap. Preferably, the cut-out is substantially V-shaped.
In both the first and second aspects the stand typically comprises means for holding a guitar pick. Typically, the means for holding a guitar pick is a slot moulded or cut into the fastening plate, although it may equally be located in the stand plate or bracing plate.
In a third aspect the present invention provides a stand for a stringed musical instrument comprising means for holding a guitar pick. Typically, the stand comprises a stand plate for supporting the instrument when in a deployed, standing position. Typically, the stand further comprises a fastening plate attached to the stand plate and means for engaging a 20, pre-existing fixing point for a strap attached to the fastening plate. Typically, the means for holding a guitar pick comprises a slot formed in the stand, preferably in the stand plate, although it may equally be formed in the fastening plate.
In a fourth aspect the present invention provides a guitar comprising a stand according to either the first, second or third aspects.
In a uIuIII aspect the present invention provides, a method for attaching a stand to a stringed musical instrument comprising the steps of: (a) providing a stringed musical instrument with a fixing point for a strap; (b) providing a stand for a stringed musical instrument comprising a fastening plate and means for engaging a fixing point for a strap attached to the fastening plate, wherein the means for engaging a fixing point for a strap is movable relative to the fastening plate; (c) engaging the means for engaging a fixing point for a strap with the fixing point for a strap; and (d) pulling or pushing the means for engaging the fixing point for a strap relative to the fastening plate in order to brace the fastening plate against the stringed musical instrument, In an embodiment the means for engaging the fixing point for a strap is pulled or pushed towards the fastening plate in order to brace the fastening plate against the stringed musical instrument. Typically, the fastening plate comprises a back plate and a base plate.
Preferably, the means for engaging the fixing point for a strap is pulled or pushed towards the fastening plate in order to brace the fastening plate against the stringed musical instrument. Typically, the means for engaging the fixing point for a strap is pulled or pushed by a threaded screw. Typically, the means for engaging the fixing point for a strap is pulled or pushed by two parallel mounted threaded screws.
All embodiments of the first, second, third, fourth and fifth embodiments apply to one another mutatis mutandis.
h all aspects, preferably, the central axis of the bracing plate is substantially parallel to the central axis of the base plate.
Suitable polymers for moulding the fastening plate, bracing plate and stand plate include polyolefins, polyacrylates, polyamides, polyurethanes, polyesters and combinations thereof. They may also be made from glass fibre reinforced polymer and carbon fibre reinforced polymer. Such composites are well known to those skilled in the art. The fastening plate, bracing plate and stand plate may also be made from naturally occurring
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The above-mentioned and other features and advantages of this invention, and the manner of attaining them, will become more apparent and the invention itself will be better understood by reference to the following description of the invention taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein: Fig. 1 is a front perspective view of a stand for a stringed musical instrument; Fig. 2 is a rear perspective view of a stand for a stringed musical instrument; and Fig. 3 is a zoomed view of a bracing plate of a stand for a stringed musical instrument.
Corresponding reference characters indicate corresponding parts throughout the several views. The exemplifications set out herein illustrate embodiments of the invention, and such exemplifications are not to be construed as limiting the scope of the invention in any manner.
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Fig. I shows an exemplary stand (100) for a stringed musical instrument according to the present invention. The stand (100) comprises a stand plate (101) for supporting the instrument when in a deployed, standing position. The stand (100) further comprises a fastening plate (102) attached to the stand plate and means for engaging a pie-existing fixing point for a strap (103) attached to the fastening plate (102). The means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap (103) is movable relative to the fastening plate (102) in order to brace the fastening plate (102) against the stringed musical instrument.
The fastening plate (102) comprises a back plate (104) and a base plate (105). The means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap (103) is attached to the base plate (105).
The means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap (103) comprises a bracing plate (106). The bracing plate (106) comprises a cut-out (107) for receiving a pie-existing fixing point for a strap. The cut-out (107) is substantially V-shaped.
The bracing plate (106) is slidably engaged with the base plate (105). Specifically, the bracing plate (106) is slidably engaged with the base plate (105) by means of a track (108) for receiving the bracing plate (106). The bracing plate (106) comprises mating surfaces (109) for receiving the track (108). The track (108) prevents movement of the bracing plate (106) out of the plane of the base plate (105), and ensures the secure bracing of the fastening plate (102) to the stringed musical instrument.
The stand (100) comprises means for pulling or pushing the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap. In the embodiment shown in Fig. 1 the means for pulling or pushing the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises two parallel mounted threaded screws (110 -only one visible). The threaded screws (110) engage with the bracing plate (106) by means of threaded apertures in bracing plate (106).
In alternative embodiments the apertures may not be threaded, in which case self-threading screws may be used. In use, tightening the threaded screws braces the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap against the pie-existing fixing point for a strap; thereby bracing the fastening plate against the stringed musical instrument.
In this embodiment the base plate (105) comprises a void (111) for enabling a pre-existing fixing point for a strap to engage with the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap (103).
The stand plate (101) is attached to the fastening plate by means of a hinge (112) located between the fastening plate (102) and the stand plate (101) which allows the stand plate (101) to move freely whilst positioned on the back of the instrument. The fastening plate (102) also comprises a friction catch which functions as an abutment means to restrain the l0 stand plate against the fastening plate (102) at an optimum angle, preferably between 300 and 70°. The stand plate (101) also comprises a catch which serves to co-operate with a complimentary feature on the fastening plate (not shown) to removably position the stand plate (101) substantially flat against the fastening plate (102).
In this embodiment, the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap (103) comprises a fixing point for a strap (113). The fixing point for a strap (113) in this embodiment is a strap lug. Alternatively, strap locks may be employed.
In this embodiment, the stand (100) comprises means for holding a guitar pick (114). The means for holding a guitar pick (114) is a slot moulded into the fastening plate (102).
In this embodiment, the stringed musical-instrument stand (IOU) is aguitar stand, although the invention finds wider applicability in a variety of other stringed musical instrument stands.
Fig. 2 shows a second view of the exemplary stand (200) for a stringed musical instrument according to the present invention. The stand (200) comprises a stand plate (201) for supporting the instrument when in a deployed, standing position. The stand (200) further comprises a fastening plate (202) attached to the stand plate (201) and means for engaging a pie-existing fixing point for a strap (203) attached to the fastening plate (202). The means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap (203) is movable relative to the fastening plate (202) in order to brace the fastening plate (202) against the stringed musical instrument.
The fastening plate (202) comprises a back plate (204) and a base plate (205), The means for engaging a pie-existing fixing point for a strap (203) is attached to the base plate (205).
The means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap (203) comprises a bracing plate (206). The bracing plate (206) comprises a cut-out (207) for receiving a pre-existing fixing point for a strap. The cut-out (207) is substantially V-shaped.
The bracing plate (206) is slidably engaged with the base plate (205). Specifically, the bracing plate (206) is slidably engaged with the base plate (205) by means of a track (208) for receiving the bracing plate (206). The track (208) prevents movement of the bracing plate (206) out of the plane of the base plate (205), and ensures the secure bracing of the fastening plate (201) to the stringed musical instrument.
The stand comprises means for pulling the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap towards the fastening plate. In the embodiment shown in Fig. I the means for pulling the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises two parallel mounted threaded screws (209, 210). The threaded screws (209, 210) engage with the bracing plate (206) by means of threaded apertures (211, 212) in the bracing plate (206). In alternative embodiments the apertures may not be threaded, in which case self-threading screws may be used.
In this embodiment the base plate (205) comprises a void (213) for enabling a pre-existing fixing point for a strap to engage with the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap.
The stand plate (201) is attached to the fastening plate by means of a hinge (not shown) located between the fastening plate and the stand plate which allows the stand plate to move freely whilst positioned on the back of the instrument. The fastening plate (202) also comprises a friction catch which functions as an abutment means to restrain the stand plate against the fastening plate at an optimum angle. Both the fastening plate (202) and the stand plate (201) have two stabilising feet (214, 215, 216, and 217). The stand plate (201) also comprises a catch which serves to co-operate with a complimentary feature on the fastening plate (not shown) to removably position the stand plate (201) substantially flat against the fastening plate (202).
* In this embodiment, the fastening plate (202) and means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap (203) comprise fixing points for straps (218, 219, 220). The fastening plate (218) comprises a first fixing point (220) and a second fixing point (218). The first (220) and second (218) fixing points are located either side of the central axis (A-A) of the bracing plate (206). The fixing point (219) located on the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap (203) is located on the central axis (A-A) of the bracing plate (206). The first fixing point (220) is for receiving the strap of a musician playing left handed and the second fixing point (218) is for receiving the strap of a musician playing right handed. The fixing point (219) located on the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap (203) is neutral and may be used for both right handed and left handed playing. The fixing points (218, 219, 220) in this embodiment are strap lugs.
Alternatively, strap locks may be employed.
In this embodiment, tile stand (200) comprises means for holding a guitar pick (221). The means for holding a guitar pick (221) is a slot moulded into the fastening plate (202).
Fig. 3 shows an enlarged view of the bracing plate in Fig. 2. The bracing plate (301) is slidably engaged with the base plate (302) by means of a track (303). The bracing plate (301) comprises a cut-out (304) for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap. The cut-out (304) is banked (305) so that when the cut-out (304) engages the pre-existing fixing point for a strap, the cut-out (304) applies a force in a direction perpendicular to the major face of the foot-plate (305) as well as parallel thereto.
The bracing plate (301) is movable relative to the fastening plate in order to brace the fastening plate against the stringed musical instrument by means of two parallel threaded screws (306, 307). In use, the bracing plate (301) is moved into engagement with the pre-existing fixing point for a strap by sequentially tightening the two parallel thread screws (306, 307). This moves the bracing plate (301) along the central axis (B-B) and into engagement with the pre-existing fixing point. Once tightened, the pre-existing fixing point is heM in the apex of the cut-out.
The two parallel threaded screws (306, 307) are received in the bracing plate (301) by means of two threaded apertures (308, 309). The threaded screws (306, 307) in this 3D embodiment have Phillips screw drives, although flat head, hex, torx or any other suitable screw drive may be used. The threaded screws may be made from any suitable polymer or metal. The screw heads of the threaded screws (306, 307) are received in two screw head mounts (310, 311).
In this embodiment, the bracing plate (301) comprises a strap lug (312). The bracing plate strap lug (3 i 2) is located on the central axis (B-B) and may be used to allow attachment of a strap in a neutral position suitable for both left handed and right handed playing of the stringed musical instrument. The base plate (302) comprises a first strap lug (313) and a second strap lug (314) located either side of axis B-B. The first strap lug (313) and second strap lug (314) are intended to allow attachment of a strap in alternative positions for left and right handed playing of the stringed musical instrument respectively.
As shown on the first strap lug (313), strap lugs have a minor radius (314) and major radius or flange, which is intended to prevent the strap lug from being pulled through the hole in the strap. Preferably, the radius of the apex of the cut-out is substantially similar to that of the minor radius of a standard strap lug.
The back plate (316) comprises means for holding a guitar pick. The means for holding a guitar pick is a slot (317) moulded in the back plate.
It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the foregoing is a description of a preferred embodiment of the present invention and that variations in design and construction may be made to the preferred embodiment without departing from the scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims.
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- <claim-text>What is claimed: 1. A stand for a stringed musical instrument, the stand comprising: (a) a stand plate for supporting the instrument when in a deployed, standing 3 position; (b) a fastening plate aft ached to the stand plate; and (c) means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap attached to the fastening plate; wherein the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap is movable relative to the fastening plate in order to brace the fastening plate against the stringed musical instrument.</claim-text> <claim-text>2, The stand according to claim I comprising means for pulling or pushing the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap.</claim-text> <claim-text>3. The stand according to 2 wherein the means for pulling or pushing the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a threaded screw.</claim-text> <claim-text>4. The stand according to claim 3 wherein the means for pulling or pushing the means for engaging a pie-existing fixing point for a strap comprises two parallel mounted threaded screws. - 5. The stand according to any preceding claim wherein the fastening plate comprises a back plate and a base plate.6. The stand according to claim 5 wherein the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap is attached to the base plate.7. The stand according to claims 5 or 6 wherein the back plate and the base plate are a single unitary structure.8. The stand according to any preceding claim wherein the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a bracing plate.9. The stand according to claim 8 wherein the bracing plate comprises a cut-out for receiving a pre-existing fixing point for a strap.10. The stand according to claim 8 or 9 wherein the bracing plate is slidably engaged with the fastening plate, preferably slidably engaged with the base plate 11. The stand according to claim 10 wherein the bracing plate is slidably engaged with the fastening plate by means of a track for receiving the bracing plate.12. The stand according to any of claims 5 to 11 wherein the base plate comprises a void for enabling a pre-existing fixing point for a strap to engage with the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap.13. The stand according to any of claims 5 to 12 wherein the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap is movable in a direction substantially parallel to the major face of the base plate, preferably along the central axis (A-A) of the base plate.14. The stand according to any preceding claim wherein at least one of the fastening plate or means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a fixing point for a strap.15. A stand for a stringed musical instrument, the stand comprising: (a) a stand plate for supporting the instrument when in a deployed, standing position; (b) a fastening plate attached to the stand plate; and (e) means for engaging a pie-existing fixing point for a strap attached to the fastening plate; * wherein at least one of the fastening plate or means for engaging a pre-existing fixing poirit for a strap comprises a fixing point for a strap.16. The stand according to claim 15 wherein the fastening plate comprises a first fixing point and a second fixing point.17. The stand according to claim 16 wherein the first fixing point is for receiving the strap of a musician playing left handed and the second fixing point is for receiving the strap of a musician playing right handed 18. The stand according to any of claims 15 to 17 wherein the fastening plate comprises a fixing point for a strap and the means for engaging a pre-existing fixing point for a strap comprises a fixing point for a strap.19. The stand according to any preceding claim comprising means for holding a guitar pick.20. A guitar comprising a stand according to any preceding claim.21. A method for attaching a stand to a stringed musical instrument comprising the steps of: (a) providing a stringed musical instrument with a fixing point for a strap; (b) providing a stand for a stringed musical instrument comprising a fastening plate and means for engaging a fixing point for a strap attached to the 4 fastening plate, wherein the means for engaging a fixing point for a strap is movable relaive to the fastening plate; (c) engaging the means for engaging a fixing point for a strap with the fixing S point for a strap; and (d) pulling or pushing the means for engaging the fixing point for a strap relative to the fastening plate in order to brace the fastening plate against the stringed musical instrument.22. The method according to claims 21 wherein the means for engaging the fixing point for a strap is pulled or pushed by a threaded screw.23. The method according to claims 21 to 22 wherein the means for engaging the fixing point for a strap is pulled or pushed by two parallel mounted threaded screws.24. The method according to claims 22 to 23 wherein the means for engaging the fixing point for a strap is pulled or pushed by sequentially tightening two parallel mounted threaded screws.</claim-text>
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