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By designing a drumstick counterweight, a combination of locking rings and tightening rings was used to achieve flexible adjustment of the drumsticks, solving the problem that existing drumsticks could not meet personalized needs and improving performance stability and safety.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- 李宗盛
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-31
AI Technical Summary
Existing drumsticks for Western drums, such as jazz drums, cannot flexibly adjust the center of gravity and feel, causing users to spend time and money trying out multiple drumsticks to meet individual needs. Furthermore, the balance point cannot be adjusted as needed for different musical styles or technical requirements, affecting striking control and performance.
Design a drumstick counterweight that, through the combination of a first locking ring, a second locking ring, and a tightening ring, allows the user to freely adjust the counterweight balance position and can be easily installed, disassembled, and adjusted. It serves as a stopper at the rear end of the drumstick, enhancing grip stability.
It enables flexible adjustment of the drumstick counterweight, simplifies the installation and disassembly process, improves performance stability and safety, meets personalized needs, and reduces preparation costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of percussion instrument accessories, and more specifically, to a drumstick counterweight that can be installed at any position on existing drumsticks and has functions such as adjustable counterweight and stop. Background Technology
[0002] In existing technologies, drumsticks used in Western drums such as jazz drums are mostly one-piece molded wooden sticks or specially made metal sticks, and their construction does not include adjustable weights. If users need to change the center of gravity or feel of the drumsticks, they can only do so by changing to drumsticks of different models, materials, or weights. However, although there are many types of drumsticks on the market, it is difficult to precisely meet each user's individual needs for weight and feel. This often requires users to spend time and money trying out and purchasing multiple drumsticks to find a relatively suitable one, increasing the preparation costs before practice or performance.
[0003] Furthermore, because the weight distribution of drumsticks cannot be fine-tuned, users can only compromise among a limited selection of drumsticks when faced with different musical styles or technical requirements. They cannot flexibly adjust the balance point or weight distribution at the rear of the drumstick to suit their current needs, thus affecting striking control and performance. Therefore, existing drumsticks are clearly insufficient in terms of personalized adjustment and practical flexibility. How to improve the aforementioned problems encountered in the use of drumsticks is the issue that this invention aims to actively overcome. Utility Model Content
[0004] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the inventor felt that it was not perfect, so he devoted his mind to research and overcoming it. Based on his years of experience in this industry, he developed a drumstick counterweight that allows users to freely adjust the counterweight balance position, can be easily installed, disassembled and adjusted, and can also be used as a stopper at the rear end of the drumstick.
[0005] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide a drumstick counterweight. Through the design of a first locking ring, a second locking ring, and a tightening ring that can be fitted onto the drumstick, when the first locking ring and the second locking ring are locked together, the tightening ring can be pushed to tightly fasten the drumstick. The weight of the drumstick is used to achieve force balance, thereby allowing the user to freely adjust the counterweight balance position. It can be easily installed, separated, and adjusted, and can also serve as a stopper at the rear end of the drumstick.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model discloses a drumstick counterweight for fitting and fixing to a drumstick. A preferred embodiment includes: a first locking ring with a central through-hole extending to both ends and a first locking portion at its front end; a tightening ring with a plurality of annularly arranged first clamping pieces protruding from the front end of the first locking ring; and a second locking ring with a central through-hole extending to both ends and a second locking portion at its front end that matches the first locking portion. In the installed state, the front end of the second through-hole of the second locking ring fits around the periphery of the first clamping pieces. When the first locking portion and the second locking portion are axially locked together, the inner wall of the second through-hole can compress the tightening ring, causing the first clamping pieces to radially contract and clamp around the circumference of the drumstick.
[0007] One preferred technical solution is that the first clamping piece of the tightening ring and the first locking ring are integrally formed, for example, the rear end of the first clamping piece is integrally connected to the front end of the first locking ring.
[0008] In one preferred embodiment, the tightening ring is further configured as an independent ring for insertion into the first and second locking rings. Specifically, the front end of the tightening ring forms a first clamping piece, and the rear end forms a plurality of second clamping pieces. During installation, the front end of the first through hole of the first locking ring is fitted onto the periphery of the second clamping pieces at the rear end of the tightening ring, and the front end of the second through hole of the second locking ring is fitted onto the first clamping piece at the front end of the tightening ring. Then, the first and second locking parts are axially locked together, so that the first and second clamping pieces can radially contract and clamp around the circumference of the drumstick.
[0009] In one preferred technical solution, the rear end of the first perforation and the rear end of the second perforation are respectively provided with a tapered hole wall. By using the action of the first locking part and the second locking part axially locking each other, the tapered hole wall pushes the first clamping piece and the second clamping piece to generate a contraction and clamping action.
[0010] In one preferred technical solution, the first locking ring and the second locking ring are circular or polygonal rings, and anti-slip textures may be provided on their outer ring surfaces.
[0011] In one preferred technical solution, the first locking part is an external threaded part formed at the front end of the first locking ring, and the second locking part is an internal threaded part formed at the front end of the inner wall of the second through hole, and the external threaded part and the internal threaded part are axially locked to each other.
[0012] In one preferred technical solution, the first locking part is a plurality of guide grooves formed at the front end of the first locking ring, and the second locking part is a plurality of protrusions formed on the inner wall of the second through hole, so that the protrusions are axially locked together along the guide grooves.
[0013] This utility model provides a drumstick counterweight, which achieves the following utility model benefits:
[0014] (i) Allowing users to freely adjust the balance position of the counterweight: This utility model uses the design of the first locking ring and the second locking ring to push the tightening ring to tighten the drumstick, so that the counterweight can be stably fixed in any position of the drumstick, allowing users to adjust the center of gravity position according to their personal habits or performance needs, thereby improving force control and performance stability.
[0015] (ii) Easy installation, separation and adjustment: The components of the counterweight of this utility model can be directly fitted onto the drumstick and can be tightened or loosened without additional tools, which makes it convenient for users to quickly install, disassemble or reposition, and has high convenience and practicality. It can also be adjusted to fit different drumstick sizes.
[0016] (iii) Can be used as a stopper at the end of the drumstick: When the counterweight is locked to the end of the drumstick, it can form a physical stop structure to prevent the drumstick from slipping out of the hand during intense playing, thereby increasing grip stability and safety. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the drumstick counterweight of this utility model installed on the drumstick.
[0018] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the drumstick counterweight of this utility model, showing the drumstick fitted together.
[0019] Figure 3 This is an exploded perspective view of the first embodiment of the drumstick counterweight of this utility model.
[0020] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the installation state of the first embodiment of the drumstick counterweight of this utility model.
[0021] Figure 5 This is an exploded perspective view of the second embodiment of the drumstick counterweight of this utility model.
[0022] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the installation state of the second embodiment of the drumstick counterweight of this utility model.
[0023] Figure 7 This is an exploded perspective view of the third embodiment of the drumstick counterweight of this utility model.
[0024] Symbol explanation:
[0025] 100: Drumsticks
[0026] 10: First Locking Ring
[0027] 11: First perforation
[0028] 12: First locking part
[0029] 121: External thread section
[0030] 122: Guide trench
[0031] 13: Taper hole wall
[0032] 14: Anti-slip texture
[0033] 20: Tightening ring
[0034] 21: First clip
[0035] 22: Second clip
[0036] 30: Second locking ring
[0037] 31: Second perforation
[0038] 32: Second locking part
[0039] 321: Internal thread section
[0040] 322: Convex column
[0041] 33: Taper hole wall
[0042] 34: Anti-slip texture Detailed Implementation
[0043] The technical features, structure, function, purpose, and effects of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:
[0044] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, this utility model discloses a drumstick counterweight, which is used to be fitted and fixed at any position on a drumstick 100 to achieve a counterweight balance during striking. See also... Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the first preferred embodiment of this utility model includes a first locking ring 10, a tightening ring 20, and a second locking ring 30, wherein:
[0045] The first locking ring 10 is a circular or polygonal ring made of metal (copper alloy or silver alloy, etc.) or plastic, preferably metal, and may have anti-slip texture 14 on its outer ring surface. The first locking ring 10 has a first through hole 11 in the center, passing through both the front and rear ends. The first through hole 11 is a circular hole that can fit onto the drumstick 100. The front end of the first locking ring 10 has a first locking part 12. In a preferred embodiment, the first locking part 12 is an external threaded part 121 formed at the front end of the first locking ring 10, which is used to axially lock together with the second locking ring 30.
[0046] In this embodiment, the fastening ring 20 has a plurality of first clips 21 arranged in a ring, and the rear ends of these first clips 21 are integrally connected to the front end of the first locking ring 10 to form a structure in which the first clips 21 protrude from the front end of the first locking ring 10.
[0047] The second locking ring 30 is also a circular or polygonal ring made of metal (copper alloy or silver alloy, etc.) or plastic, preferably metal, and may have anti-slip texture 34 on its outer ring surface. The second locking ring 30 has a second through hole 31 in the center, passing through both the front and rear ends. The second through hole 31 is a circular hole, and the rear end of the inner wall of the second through hole 31 has a tapered hole wall 33, so that the second through hole 31 can fit onto the drumstick 100. The front end of the second locking ring 30 has a second locking part 32 that matches the first locking part 12. The second locking part 32 is an internal thread 321 formed at the front end of the inner wall of the second through hole 31, which is used to axially lock together with the external thread 121 of the first locking ring 10.
[0048] During installation, please refer to the following: Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the front end of the second through hole 31 of the second locking ring 30 is fitted around the outer periphery of the first clamping piece 21 at the front end of the first locking ring 10, and the first locking part 12 of the first locking ring 10 and the second locking part 32 of the second locking ring 30 are axially locked together. Then, the first through hole 11 and the second through hole 31 are fitted onto a drumstick 100, and their positions can be adjusted axially. When adjusted to the appropriate position, the first locking ring 10 and the second locking ring 30 are locked even tighter. This axial locking action causes the inner wall of the second through hole 31 or the aforementioned tapered hole wall 33 to compress the first clamping piece 21 of the tightening ring 20, causing the first clamping piece 21 to radially contract and clamp around the circumference of the drumstick 100, thus achieving the function of fixing it to the drumstick 100.
[0049] See Figure 5 and Figure 6 The image shows a second preferred embodiment of a drumstick counterweight according to the present invention. It also includes a first locking ring 10, a tightening ring 20, and a second locking ring 30, wherein the first locking ring 10 and the second locking ring 30 are the same as those in the first preferred embodiment. The difference is that the tightening ring 20 is implemented as an independent ring, used to be inserted into the first locking ring 10 and the second locking ring 30, instead of being integrally formed with the first locking ring 10 as described in the first embodiment. Specifically, the tightening ring 20 can be a ring made of metal (copper alloy or silver alloy, etc.) or plastic. The front end of the tightening ring 20 forms a plurality of first clamping pieces 21, which are arranged in a ring at the front end of the tightening ring 20; while the rear end forms a plurality of second clamping pieces 22, which are arranged in a ring at the rear end of the tightening ring 20. The present invention, through the independent tightening ring 20 design, can provide tightening rings 20 of various diameters to accommodate more drumsticks of different diameters.
[0050] During installation, refer to the second preferred embodiment of this utility model. Figure 2 and Figure 6As shown, the front end of the first through hole 11 of the first locking ring 10 is fitted onto the outer periphery of the second clamping piece 22 at the rear end of the tightening ring 20, and the front end of the second through hole 21 of the second locking ring 30 is fitted onto the outer periphery of the first clamping piece 21 at the front end of the tightening ring 20. Then, the first locking part 12 (external thread part 121) and the second locking part 22 (internal thread part 321) are axially locked together to form a drumstick counterweight. Then, the tightening ring 20 is fitted onto a drumstick 100, and its position is adjusted axially. When it is adjusted to an appropriate position, the first locking ring 10 and the second locking ring 30 are locked even tighter. This axial locking action can simultaneously compress the second clamping piece 22 of the tightening ring 20 by the inner wall of the first through hole 11 or the tapered hole wall 13, causing the second clamping piece 22 to radially contract and clamp the circumference of the drumstick 100. The inner wall of the second perforation 31 or the tapered hole wall 33 simultaneously compresses the first clamping piece 21 of the tightening ring 20, causing the first clamping piece 21 to radially contract and clamp onto the circumference of the drumstick 100, thus achieving a more stable fixation on the drumstick 100.
[0051] See also Figure 7 As shown, this is a third preferred embodiment of a drumstick counterweight according to the present invention, which also includes a first locking ring 10, a tightening ring 20, and a second locking ring 30. The difference is that the first locking portion 12 is formed as multiple guide grooves 122 on the outer peripheral surface of the front end of the first locking ring 10, and the shape of the guide grooves 122 is not limited. The second locking portion 22 is formed as multiple protrusions 322 (e.g., cylinders) on the inner wall of the second through hole 31 of the second locking ring 30. Thus, when the first locking ring 10 and the second locking ring 30 are locked together, the protrusions 322 enter the guide grooves 122, and through the slope of the guide grooves 122 or other structures, the first locking ring 10 and the second locking ring 30 are axially locked. In this embodiment, the tightening ring 20 can also be integrally formed with the first locking ring 10, or as in the second embodiment described above, as an independent ring. Therefore, the first locking part 12 and the second locking part 22 of this utility model can actually be transformed into other different embodiments, as long as they can be axially locked, they are all within the technical scope of this utility model.
[0052] This utility model has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments. However, those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model. It should be noted that all variations and substitutions equivalent to these embodiments should be considered within the scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model is defined by the claims.
Claims
1. A drumstick weighter characterized by, For attaching and securing to a drumstick, including: A first locking ring has a first through hole in the center that passes through both ends, and a first locking part is provided at the front end of the first locking ring; A tight ring having a plurality of first clips arranged in a ring, the first clips protruding from the front end of the first locking ring; A second locking ring, having a second through hole in the center extending through both ends, and a second locking part at the front end of the second locking ring that matches the first locking part; and In the installed state, the front end of the second through hole of the second locking ring is fitted around the periphery of the first clamping pieces. When the first locking part and the second locking part are axially locked together, the inner wall of the second through hole can compress the tightening ring, so that the first clamping pieces are radially contracted and clamped to the circumference of the drumstick.
2. The drumstick weight of claim 1, wherein, The rear ends of the first clips of the tightening ring are integrally connected to the front end of the first locking ring.
3. The drumstick weight of claim 1, wherein, The tightening ring is an independent circular ring. The front end of the tightening ring forms the first clamping pieces, and the rear end forms a plurality of second clamping pieces arranged in a ring. In the installed state, the front end of the first through hole of the first locking ring is fitted around the periphery of the second clamping pieces at the rear end of the tightening ring, and the front end of the second through hole of the second locking ring is fitted around the periphery of the first clamping pieces at the front end of the tightening ring, so that the first locking part and the second locking part are axially locked to each other, so that the first clamping pieces and the second clamping pieces are radially contracted and clamped to the circumference of the drumstick.
4. A drumstick weight as claimed in claim 1, 2 or 3, wherein, The rear end of the first perforation and the rear end of the second perforation are each provided with a tapered hole wall.
5. The drumstick weight of claim 1, wherein, The first locking ring and the second locking ring are circular or polygonal rings.
6. The drumstick counterweight as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The outer ring surfaces of the first locking ring and the second locking ring are provided with anti-slip texture.
7. The drumstick weight of claim 1, wherein, The first locking part is an external threaded part formed at the front end of the first locking ring, and the second locking part is an internal threaded part formed at the front end of the inner wall of the second through hole.
8. The drumstick weight of claim 1, wherein, The first locking part consists of multiple guide grooves formed at the front end of the first locking ring, and the second locking part consists of multiple protrusions formed on the inner wall of the second perforation.