A smart musical instrument capable of being assembled and disassembled

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of intelligent musical instruments of combination dismounting, including musical instrument main body, string module and neck module;String module, neck module can be detachably mounted on musical instrument main body;String module includes bottom plate, two skill trigger devices respectively symmetrically arranged on bottom plate and multiple strings sequentially installed between two skill trigger devices;Sensor is arranged in skill trigger device, to sense the plucking of string and preset action;Neck module includes head, neck main body and connecting assembly;Touchpad is arranged on neck main body, and touchpad is divided into several large grids of chord progression;Touchpad also includes multiple touch strings sequentially and interval arranged from left to right;Multiple second sensors are also arranged in neck main body, for sensing touch action, to realize intelligent performance.The utility model can solve the defects that the learning difficulty of existing traditional musical instrument is big and intelligent musical instrument lacks the performance feeling of real guitar and skill trigger function.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to musical instruments, and more particularly to a smart musical instrument that can be assembled and disassembled. Background Technology

[0002] Most existing smart musical instruments primarily use keyboards and touch-screen interfaces, lacking the playing feel and technique triggering functions of a real guitar. While traditional guitars offer a rich variety of playing methods, they are difficult to learn, and beginners struggle to quickly master complex fingerings and techniques. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a smart musical instrument to address the challenges of learning traditional instruments and the lack of playing feel and technique triggering functions in existing smart instruments. Utility Model Content

[0003] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a smart musical instrument that can be assembled and disassembled, which can solve the problems of the difficulty in learning and operating existing traditional musical instruments, as well as the lack of playing feel and skill triggering function of existing smart musical instruments.

[0004] The objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0005] A modular and detachable smart musical instrument includes a main body, a string module, and a neck module; wherein, the main body of the instrument is provided with a string mounting slot, and the string module is detachably installed in the string mounting slot; the top of the main body of the instrument is provided with a neck mounting slot, and the bottom end of the neck module is inserted into the neck mounting slot; a main control module is provided inside the main body of the instrument.

[0006] The string module includes a base plate and a first string assembly disposed on the base plate. The first string assembly includes two skill triggering devices symmetrically disposed on the base plate and multiple strings sequentially installed between the two skill triggering devices. One of the skill triggering devices is equipped with a string sensor for sensing the plucking and sliding of the corresponding string. One or two skill triggering devices are also equipped with corresponding first sensors for sensing preset actions. The string sensors and the first sensors are electrically connected to the main control module.

[0007] The neck module includes a headstock, a neck body, and a connecting component. The headstock is fixed to the top of the neck body, and the connecting component is fixed to the bottom of the neck body, with the connecting component inserted into the string mounting slot. The neck body has a string area with a touch pad, which is divided into several large sections from top to bottom, each corresponding to several chord degrees. The touch pad also includes multiple touch strings spaced apart from left to right. The neck body also contains multiple second sensors, each located under the touch pad and corresponding to the position of each large section and touch string. Each second sensor is electrically connected to the main control module for sensing touch or plucking actions.

[0008] Furthermore, the neck body is also provided with a nut, and the nut is located on the side near the headstock. The nut is provided with multiple first indicator lights, and each first indicator light corresponds to each touch string to indicate the currently plucked or touched string. On one side of the neck body, multiple second indicator lights are also provided in sequence, and each second indicator light corresponds to a large square in the string area to indicate the currently pressed large square. The number of second indicator lights is the same as the number of large squares in the string area. The number of first indicator lights is the same as the number of touch strings.

[0009] Furthermore, the neck body is also provided with a first functional area, and the string area and the first functional area are arranged sequentially on the neck body from the side closest to the headstock; the first functional area is provided with function buttons, and the function buttons include, but are not limited to, the drum machine on / off button, the drum machine spline button, and the tap / speed button.

[0010] Furthermore, the instrument body is also equipped with a DSP module, a storage module, a speaker module, and a wireless communication module; wherein the DSP module, storage module, and speaker module are all electrically connected to the main control module; the main control module communicates with an external terminal through the wireless communication module.

[0011] Furthermore, the instrument body also has a second functional area, which includes an emergency pause button and a rhythm switching button, both of which are electrically connected to the main control module. The instrument body also has an audio input / output interface and a microphone, and further includes an audio input / output module and a pickup module. The audio input / output interface is electrically connected to the main control module via the audio input / output module, and the microphone is electrically connected to the main control module via the pickup module.

[0012] The main control module is used to determine the type of skill sound production based on the preset action of the corresponding first sensor and the action configuration table stored in the system, and then control the speaker module to produce sound; the types of skill sound production include muting, overtone, tapping, scraping, slapping, percussion, damping, crank, and infinite sustain.

[0013] Furthermore, each large square is divided into multiple smaller squares by multiple touch strings. From left to right, each pair of adjacent touch strings forms a corresponding smaller square, and each smaller square is configured as a chord.

[0014] Furthermore, the string sensor includes a plucking sensor and a sliding sensor. The plucking sensor is used to sense plucking actions, and the sliding sensor is used to sense sliding actions.

[0015] Furthermore, the headstock is equipped with an infinitely variable roller, and a third sensor is installed inside the headstock to sense the rolling of the infinitely variable roller in order to realize the modulation of the intelligent musical instrument; the third sensor is electrically connected to the main control module.

[0016] Furthermore, the connecting component is provided with a movable buckle, and the inner wall of the string mounting slot is provided with a corresponding groove; when the connecting component is inserted into the string mounting slot, the movable buckle is engaged in the corresponding groove to fix the connecting component in the string mounting slot.

[0017] Furthermore, the string module is fixed in the string mounting slot by a magnetic attachment component or by a snap-fit ​​component.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0019] This invention features a detachable neck, strings, and instrument body for easy portability. LED lights provide real-time position indicators to aid playing and learning. It also allows for intelligent interaction with external mobile devices, enabling various playing modes. This provides both intelligent learning and a simulated feel for playing a real guitar, reducing the learning curve. Furthermore, this invention offers a stringless neck to simulate playing with real strings, using a touch pad to mimic string plucking, further simplifying the instrument's operation and making it more suitable for beginners. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of the intelligent musical instrument provided by this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the string module in the instrument;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the neck module in the instrument;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A side view of the neck module in the middle;

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the back of the instrument's neck module.

[0025] In the diagram: 1. Instrument body; 11. Rounded rectangle button; 2. String module; 21. String; 22. Technique trigger device; 3. Neck module; 31. Headstock; 311. Infinitely variable scroll wheel; 32. Neck body; 321. String area; 3211. Large grid; 3201. First small grid; 3202. Second small grid; 3203. Third small grid; 3212. Touch string; 322. First function area; 3221. Function button; 323. First indicator light; 324. Second indicator light; 33. Connecting components; 331. Input / output interface; 332. Movable latch. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, without conflict, the various embodiments or technical features described below can be arbitrarily combined to form new embodiments.

[0027] This utility model provides a modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument, such as... Figures 1-5 As shown, the instrument includes a main body 1, a string module 2, and a neck module 3. Both the string module 2 and the neck module 3 are detachably mounted on the main body 1 for easy removal and portability. Furthermore, the main body 1 has a string mounting slot and a neck mounting slot at its top. The string module 2 is installed in the string mounting slot, and the bottom end of the neck module 3 is inserted into the neck mounting slot. More specifically, the string module 2 is mounted in the string mounting slot via a magnetic or snap-fit ​​assembly, enabling detachable installation. For example, a magnetic or snap-fit ​​assembly can be installed on the string module 2, and a corresponding magnetic or snap-fit ​​assembly can be installed in the string mounting slot. The string module 2 is then placed in the string mounting slot for magnetic or snap-fit ​​fixation. When disassembly is needed, the string module 2 can be simply pulled out of the string mounting slot, making disassembly and assembly simple. When not playing, users can disassemble the string module 2 and neck module 3 and pack them together with the instrument body 1 into a packaging box for easy carrying; when playing, the smart instrument can be assembled simply by installation.

[0028] Furthermore, the string module 2 includes a base plate and a first string assembly disposed on the base plate. The first string assembly includes two symmetrically disposed technique triggering devices 22 on the base plate and multiple strings 21 sequentially installed between the first technique triggering device 22 and the second technique triggering device 22. One of the technique triggering devices 22 contains a string sensor for sensing the plucking and sliding of the corresponding string. Specifically, the number of string sensors is the same as the number of strings 21, with one string sensor corresponding to each string 21. The string sensors also include plucking sensors and sliding sensors to sense the plucking and sliding of the strings 21 respectively, thereby recognizing different playing actions.

[0029] More preferably, one or two of the skill triggering devices 22 are further equipped with a first sensor for sensing preset actions. Specifically, for example, the first sensor is a vibration sensor used to sense the user's tapping motion on the surface of the skill triggering device 22. Then, a configuration table of preset actions and skill sound types is configured within the system. Thus, when the user's tapping motion is sensed, the type of skill sound can be determined according to the configuration table, thereby controlling the speaker module of the smart instrument to play the corresponding sound. The types of skill sounds can include muted tones, overtones, tapping, scraping, striking, percussion, damping, tremolo, and infinite sustain. Furthermore, the smart instrument can be configured with various actions and the corresponding skill sound types via an app on an external mobile terminal. This information is transmitted to the smart instrument via a wireless communication module, allowing the main control module to implement the corresponding skill sound based on the preset actions sensed by the first sensor and the configuration table. The first sensor is electrically connected to the main control module. Additionally, the preset actions can be set according to actual operation, such as short taps, continuous taps, or touch actions. For example, a first sensor is set in one of the skill triggering devices to sense a preset action to achieve the sound of striking the string; a second sensor is set in another skill triggering device 22 to sense a preset action to achieve the sound of a muted tone.

[0030] More preferably, the neck module 3 includes a headstock 31, a neck body 32, and a connecting component 33. The headstock 31 is fixed to the top of the neck body 32, the connecting component 33 is fixed to the bottom of the neck body 32, and the connecting component 33 is inserted into the string mounting slot. Specifically, the connecting component 33 is provided with a plurality of movable latches 332, and the inner wall of the string mounting slot is provided with a plurality of corresponding grooves; when the connecting component 33 is inserted into the string mounting slot, each movable latch 332 corresponds to each groove, thereby fixing the connecting component 33 in the string mounting slot. When it is necessary to disassemble the neck module 3, the connecting component 33 is pulled outward to separate the movable latches 332 from the grooves, thereby separating the neck module 3 from the instrument body 1.

[0031] The neck body 32 has a string area 321, and the string area 321 has a touch pad. The touch pad is divided into several large squares 3211 from top to bottom, and each large square 3211 corresponds to several chord degrees. Figure 1 As shown, there are 12 large squares 3211 in this embodiment. The chord degrees generally include I, II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII, and the chord degree configured in each large square can be set according to actual needs. Different chord degrees may also include various chord types, specifically including but not limited to: maj, min, aug, dim, 7, dim7, m7b5, m7, maj7, sus2, sus4, 6, add9, 5, and 11 inversions of each. When playing, the user can press each large square 3211 to produce the corresponding chord.

[0032] More preferably, the touch pad also includes multiple touch strings 3212 arranged at intervals from left to right. For example, in this embodiment, there are six touch strings 3212. The neck body 32 also contains multiple second sensors, each located under the touch pad and corresponding to the position of each large grid 3211 and touch string 3212. Each second sensor is electrically connected to the main control module to sense touch actions. This invention achieves a wireless musical instrument by replacing physical strings with touch strings 3212. Users only need to touch or press the corresponding touch string 3212 to play. Since the touch strings 3212 are made of silicone, they are painless during playing. The technique for plucking the strings is similar to pressing or touching, making it simpler to operate than traditional physical strings, lowering the learning curve. Users do not need to master string plucking techniques to play the instrument, greatly improving the playing experience. At the same time, compared with musical instruments that only have chord pads, this utility model can be set to guitar mode to simulate the playing experience of plucking the strings of a real guitar, thus improving the user's real guitar experience.

[0033] Furthermore, the type of intelligent musical instrument varies depending on the different touch strings 3212. Preferably, the intelligent musical instrument is an intelligent guitar; for example, in this embodiment, when there are 6 touch strings 3212, the intelligent musical instrument is a 6-string intelligent guitar.

[0034] like Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, each large square 3211 is further divided into multiple smaller squares by multiple touch strings 3212. In this embodiment, there are six touch strings, so multiple smaller squares are set within each large square 3211 to further configure each chord. For example, each large square 3211 is further divided into three smaller squares: the first smaller square 3201, which is formed by the first and second touch strings, and a corresponding chord is configured for this smaller square. By pressing the corresponding touch string within this smaller square, the corresponding chord is played; the second smaller square 3202, which is formed by the third and fourth touch strings; and the third smaller square 3203, which is formed by the fifth and sixth touch strings. Each smaller square corresponds to a chord, such as: maj, min, aug, dim, 7, dim7, m7b5, m7, maj7, sus2, sus4, 6, add9, 5, and each of the 11 inversions. This setting allows for a wider variety of chord configurations to simulate real guitar playing, enriching playing techniques and improving the user experience.

[0035] More specifically, a second indicator light 324 is sequentially provided on one side of the neck body 32. Each second indicator light 324 corresponds to a large grid 3211 in the string area 321 to indicate the currently pressed chord degree. A nut is also provided on the neck body 32, located near the headstock 31. Multiple first indicator lights 323 are provided on the nut, each corresponding to a touch string 3212 to indicate the currently plucked touch string 3212. The number of second indicator lights 324 is the same as the number of large grids 3211 in the string area 321. The number of first indicator lights 323 is the same as the number of touch strings 3212. Specifically, in this embodiment, if there are 12 large grids 3211 and 6 touch strings 3212, then there are 6 first indicator lights 323 and 12 second indicator lights 324.

[0036] The neck body 32 is also provided with a first function area 322. The string area 321 and the first function area 322 are arranged sequentially on the neck body 32 from the side closest to the headstock 31. The first function area 322 is provided with function buttons 3221, and the function buttons 3221 include drum machine add slashes, drum machine remove slashes and tap (beat) / tempo buttons.

[0037] More preferably, the instrument body 1 also includes a DSP (Digital Signal Processing) module, a storage module, a speaker module, and a wireless communication module; wherein the DSP module, storage module, and speaker module are all electrically connected to the main control module; the main control module communicates with an external terminal via the wireless communication module. The speaker module is used to produce sound according to the control signals sent by the main control module. The storage module is used to store various configuration files. The main control module communicates with the external terminal device via the wireless communication module to obtain the performance configuration files and store them in the storage module for later retrieval during performance.

[0038] More specifically, the wireless communication module includes a Bluetooth communication module. A corresponding app is installed on the external mobile terminal, providing an interactive interface to the user to obtain the audio the user wants to play, as well as configurations for the smart instrument, such as the sound type of the technique-based sound production device and the playing mode. All configuration parameters of the smart instrument provided by this invention can be configured via the app. Once successfully configured, in playing mode, the user only needs to operate the corresponding chord degree according to the LED indicator or touch the string 3212 to achieve automatic audio playback. By setting up the wireless communication module, the smart instrument can communicate and connect with the terminal app, enabling intelligent interaction between the smart instrument and the user. The user can set the music and playing mode according to their own needs, resulting in richer performances and greatly improving the user experience.

[0039] The DSP module is also electrically connected to the storage module. It acquires the sensor signals from various sensors obtained by the main control module, searches for corresponding results from the performance files and parameter configuration files stored in the storage module, and transmits the results to the main control module so that the main control module can control the speaker module to produce sound. This invention's DSP module processes data signals by matching and searching with performance files and parameter configuration files; the main control module controls the working state of the speaker module. By separating control and data signal processing, the efficiency of data processing is improved.

[0040] The instrument body 1 also features a second functional area, which includes an emergency pause button and a rhythm switch button. Specifically, the emergency pause button and rhythm switch button are integrated into a rounded rectangular button 11, located at opposite ends of the button 11. The emergency pause button is positioned closer to the neck module 3, while the rhythm switch button is positioned further away. The instrument body 1 also includes an audio input / output interface and a microphone. The instrument body 1 contains an audio input / output module and a pickup module. The audio input / output interface is electrically connected to the main control module via the audio input / output module, and the microphone is electrically connected to the main control module via the pickup module.

[0041] Preferably, the headstock 31 is also equipped with a continuously variable roller 311, which is rotated to achieve key shifting in the intelligent musical instrument. A third sensor is installed inside the headstock 31, connected to the continuously variable roller 311, to sense its rotation. When the connecting component 33 is inserted into the string mounting slot, the input / output interface 331 at the bottom of the connecting component 33 contacts and electrically connects with the input / output interface in the string mounting slot, thereby achieving electrical connection between the third sensor in the neck module 3 and the main control module in the instrument body 1, enabling the detection of the rotation of the continuously variable roller 311, and thus achieving key shifting in the intelligent musical instrument.

[0042] More preferably, the intelligent musical instrument of this invention includes a singing / playing mode and a solo mode. In singing / playing mode, seven of the second indicator lights 324 are active, starting from the headstock 31. The user can trigger and play preset music by pressing the chord pad corresponding to each major mark or plucking the touch string 3212. In solo mode, all twelve second indicator lights 324 and the first indicator light 323 are active. The user can play single notes, chords, and glissandos by pressing the chord pad corresponding to each major mark or plucking the touch string 3212, just like playing a real guitar. This invention provides a richer playing experience for users by offering multiple different playing modes.

[0043] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. Any non-substantial changes and substitutions made by those skilled in the art based on this utility model shall fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument, characterized in that, The instrument includes a main body, a string module, and a neck module; wherein, the main body of the instrument is provided with a string mounting slot, and the string module is detachably installed in the string mounting slot; the top of the main body of the instrument is provided with a neck mounting slot, and the bottom end of the neck module is inserted into the neck mounting slot; a main control module is provided inside the main body of the instrument. The string module includes a base plate and a first string assembly disposed on the base plate. The first string assembly includes two skill triggering devices symmetrically disposed on the base plate and multiple strings sequentially installed between the two skill triggering devices. One of the skill triggering devices is equipped with a string sensor for sensing the plucking and sliding of the corresponding string. One or two skill triggering devices are also equipped with corresponding first sensors for sensing preset actions. The string sensors and the first sensors are electrically connected to the main control module. The neck module includes a headstock, a neck body, and a connecting component. The headstock is fixed to the top of the neck body, and the connecting component is fixed to the bottom of the neck body, with the connecting component inserted into the string mounting slot. The neck body has a string area with a touch pad, which is divided into several large sections from top to bottom, each corresponding to several chord degrees. The touch pad also includes multiple touch strings spaced apart from left to right. The neck body also contains multiple second sensors, each located under the touch pad and corresponding to the position of each large section and touch string. Each second sensor is electrically connected to the main control module for sensing touch or plucking actions.

2. The modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that, The neck body is also provided with a nut, which is located on the side near the headstock. The nut is provided with multiple first indicator lights, each corresponding to a touch string, to indicate the currently plucked or touched string. A plurality of second indicator lights are also provided sequentially on one side of the neck body, each corresponding to a large square in the string area to indicate the currently pressed large square. The number of second indicator lights is the same as the number of large squares in the string area. The number of first indicator lights is the same as the number of touch strings.

3. The modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that, The neck body is also provided with a first functional area. The string area and the first functional area are arranged sequentially on the neck body from the side closest to the headstock. The first functional area is provided with function buttons, and the function buttons include, but are not limited to, the drum machine on / off button, the drum machine spline button, and the tap / speed control button.

4. The modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that, The instrument body also includes a DSP module, a storage module, a speaker module, and a wireless communication module; wherein the DSP module, storage module, and speaker module are all electrically connected to the main control module; the main control module communicates with an external terminal through the wireless communication module.

5. The modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument according to claim 4, characterized in that, The instrument body also has a second functional area, which includes an emergency pause button and a rhythm switch button. The emergency pause button and the rhythm switch button are electrically connected to the main control module. The instrument body also has an audio input / output interface and a microphone. The instrument body also contains an audio input / output module and a pickup module. The audio input / output interface is electrically connected to the main control module through the audio input / output module, and the microphone is electrically connected to the main control module through the pickup module. The main control module is used to determine the type of skill sound production based on the preset action of the corresponding first sensor and the action configuration table stored in the system, and then control the speaker module to produce sound; the types of skill sound production include muting, overtone, tapping, scraping, slapping, percussion, damping, crank, and infinite sustain.

6. The modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each large square is divided into multiple smaller squares by multiple touch strings. From left to right, each pair of adjacent touch strings forms a corresponding smaller square, and each smaller square corresponds to a chord.

7. The modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that, The string sensor includes a plucking sensor and a sliding sensor. The plucking sensor is used to sense plucking actions, and the sliding sensor is used to sense sliding actions.

8. The modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that, The headstock is equipped with an infinitely variable roller, and a third sensor is installed inside the headstock to sense the rolling of the infinitely variable roller in order to realize the modulation of the intelligent musical instrument; the third sensor is electrically connected to the main control module.

9. The modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting component is provided with a movable buckle, and the inner wall of the string mounting slot is provided with a corresponding groove; when the connecting component is inserted into the string mounting slot, the movable buckle is engaged in the corresponding groove to fix the connecting component in the string mounting slot.

10. The modular and detachable intelligent musical instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that, The string module is fixed in the string mounting slot by a magnetic component or by a snap-fit ​​component.

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