Fixing Device for Sound-boards in Pianofortes and Grand Pianofortes.

摘要

16,282. Bentzien, H. July 22. Pianofortes.-The soundboard rests on the iron frame only along the outer edge, and is fixed thereto by screws. The iron frame a has a tapered support d for the soundboard b, which is fixed to the frame by screws g distributed around the edge so as to pass through the ribs of the soundboard and give it a firm hold. The wrest - pin block p, supported by a transverse stay k, is held on the extension a' of the frame, the latter being fixed to the side supporting - pieces by screw plates m.