US005932827A

United States Patent [19]

[11] Patent Number:

Osborne et al.

[45]

[54]

SUSTAINER FORA MUSICAL INSTRUMENT

[76]

Inventors: Gary T. Osborne, 8230 MeadoWbrook,

Indianapolis, Ind 46268; Alan AHoover, 33 W- LaVerOCk, Indianapolis,
Ind 46208

[21] Appl, No.1 08/370,446

Date of Patent:

WO9503686

2/1995

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sslstant ExamznerJeffrey W. Donels

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ABSTRACT

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