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Direct vocal and instrument monitor

a direct vocal and instrument technology, applied in the direction of instruments, earpiece/earphone attachments, music, etc., can solve the problems of inability to reach most musicians, inability to use newer technologies such as in-ear monitoring, and high equipment and technology costs of vocal and instrument monitoring equipment and technology, so as to achieve low cost, reduce power consumption, and reduce weight and mass. effect of transpor

Inactive Publication Date: 2014-03-27
DIETZ RYAN
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The patent describes a system and method that allows for high-quality, low-cost, and user-friendly monitoring of speech and instruments. The technology avoids the need for traditional monitoring equipment on stage, resulting in lower power consumption, less weight and mass to transport, and increased user control. The system also aims to reduce vocal strain, increase performance accuracy, and alleviate hearing-based speech impediments by amplifying the speaker's voice directly into a monitoring device. Additionally, the patent discusses the application of the technology for reducing hearing damage caused by feedback. Overall, the patent introduces a new way to monitor voice quality and offers a simplified and cost-effective solution for monitoring instruments.

Problems solved by technology

Vocal and instrument monitoring equipment and technology remains quite expensive, putting it out of reach of most musicians.
Even with advances in technology, prices are still prohibitive for most vocalists and musicians to use newer technologies such as in-ear monitoring.
Moreover, the space requirements and heavy equipment used in industry standard wedge or side monitoring systems are quite complicated and cumbersome.

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[0045]Presented herein is a direct personal monitoring (DPM) system and methods that have benefits for users over currently available monitoring systems. The DPM systems described herein comprise, for example, closed systems because it creates little to no ambient sound (e.g., audible to non-users), but allows vocal and instrument monitoring for the intended user(s). The DPM system is also a direct system, e.g., sending sound directly to the user(s) ear, allowing the user(s) to monitor their voice or instrument without the use of any remote (e.g., off-stage) device or devices that are out of personal control or reach.

[0046]The systems and methods described herein allow one to hear directly what a vocal capture system (e.g., microphone) or instrument is sending to the amplifier, speakers or soundboard and thereby the audience, in order to better monitor and maintain voice, pitch, volume, timbre, clarity and quality.

[0047]In certain embodiment, the systems utilize a microphone mounted...

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Abstract

The present invention relates to direct voice and instrument monitoring systems and methods of use thereof.

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RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is a continuation of International Application Serial No.: PCT / US2008 / 062415, filed May 1, 2008, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60 / 915,223, filed May 1, 2007. The entire contents of each of which are hereby incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.BACKGROUND[0002]Hearing ones own voice has long been known by vocal performers as important to successful vocal performance, as evidenced by the number of tools and electronic vocal and instrument monitoring and recording products developed over many years. Products range from well-designed auditoriums, state of the art wireless in-ear vocal and instrument monitoring, to the time tested closing of one ear to perceive their own voice through the vibrations in their own head.[0003]Vocal and instrument monitoring equipment and technology remains quite expensive, putting it out of reach of most musicians. Even with advances in technology, prices are still p...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): G09B15/00G10G7/00
CPCG10G7/00G09B15/00H04R1/10H04R5/027H04R27/00
Inventor DIETZ, RYAN
Owner DIETZ RYAN
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