DE102015100270A1 - ELECTRONIC DRUM AND ELECTRONIC BASIN WITH SPINNING SENSOR - Google Patents

Abstract

An electronic percussion instrument may include a percussion part that generates vibrations when percussed, a vibration resonance part, and a vibration damping part. The vibration resonance part may include a hub portion centrally disposed in the vibration resonance part, a plurality of radial portions extending radially from the hub portion, and a plurality of ring portions. Each of the radial sections may pass through the plurality of ring sections and connect at least some of the plurality of ring sections. Ring sections of the plurality of ring sections may be arranged concentrically, wherein the ring sections abut each other. The vibration damping part, which is disposed between the percussion part and the vibration resonance part and is in direct contact with the percussion part and the vibration resonance part, can relay the vibrations generated from the percussion part to the vibration resonance part.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED PATENT APPLICATION

In the present case, this is a continuation-in-part [CIP] of the patent application U.S. Pat. No. 13 / 612,508, filed Sep. 12, 2012, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.

THE TECHNICAL FIELD

The present disclosure relates to the field of electronic musical instruments, and more particularly to electronic percussion instruments.

BACKGROUND

There are several types of electronic musical instruments, including electronic percussion instruments. Electronic drums, also known as digital drums, are a common type of electronic percussion instrument and are typically categorized as drum pads and cymbals. In general, a drum pad consists of either a rubber pad or a fabric-like pad.

In a conventional drum pad with a rubber pad, a thin metal plate is attached to the rubber pad with a piezoelectric sensor disposed either in or near the center of the metal plate. In a conventional pool, the piezoelectric sensor is mounted directly on the rubber pad. 12 is a diagram of a conventional electronic drum pad, and 13 is a diagram of a conventional electronic basin. As in the 12 and 13 As shown, the range of signal detection of the piezoelectric sensor is small, particularly in comparison with the size of the percussion surface of the drum pad and the pelvis. This may not be an important issue if and when the size of the percussion surface of the drum pad or pelvis is also small. However, it is true that an electronic drum pad or cymbal in a 1: 1 scale relative to a non-electronic drum or a non-electronic cymbal has a relatively larger percussion surface and consequently the sensitivity of the piezoelectric sensor with respect to the percussion on the peripheral portion of the percussion surface could be reduced. Moreover, vibrations caused by percussion on the percussion surface are picked up by the piezoelectric sensor, and a signal generated by the piezoelectric sensor for generating an electronic percussion sound may be unstable. Such a generated electronic sound tends to be less than ideal.

SUMMARY

The present disclosure provides various embodiments of an electronic percussion instrument, such as an electronic drum or electronic pelvis. Compared with existing electronic percussion instruments, an electronic percussion instrument according to the present disclosure generates signals with improved stability for the generation of electronic sound. In addition, an electronic percussion instrument according to the present disclosure provides an increased range of signal detection with respect to the size of the percussion surface.

In one aspect, an electronic percussion instrument may include a percussion part generating vibrations when percussed, and a vibration resonance part and a vibration damping part. The vibration resonance part may include a boss portion located at the center of the vibration resonance part, a plurality of radial portions extending radially from the boss part extend starting, and a plurality of spiral sections. Each of the radial sections may pass through a plurality of annular sections and connect at least a portion of said plurality of annular sections. Ring sections of the plurality of ring sections may be arranged concentrically, wherein the ring sections abut each other. The vibration damping member disposed between the percussion part and the vibration resonance part and in direct contact with the percussion part and the vibration resonance part can relay the vibrations generated from the percussion part to the vibration resonance part.

In at least some embodiments, a width of at least one of the radial portions of the vibration resonance member, measured at two or more points along a radial direction with respect to the hub portion, may be stepped from the hub portion to the distal end of at least one of the radial portions from the hub portion away, increase.

In at least some embodiments, a radius of a first annular portion of the plurality of annular portions may be less than a radius of a second annular portion of the plurality of annular portions, and a width of the first annular portion may be less than a width of the second annular portion.

In at least some embodiments, a shape of the vibration resonance part may be generally round.

In at least some embodiments, a diameter of the vibration resonance member may be between about 8 inches and about 16 inches.

In at least some embodiments, a thickness of the vibration resonance member may be between about 0.3 millimeters and about 5.0 millimeters.

In at least some embodiments, a contour of a primary surface of the vibration resonance part opposite to the percussion part may be shaped to approximately correspond to a contour of a portion of a primary surface of the percussion part facing the vibration resonance part.

In at least some embodiments, the vibration resonance member may comprise a plastic material.

In at least some embodiments, the vibration resonance member may comprise a metal material.

In at least some embodiments, the vibration damping member may include a plurality of damping pads, and at least some of the damping pads may be disposed between the percussion part and at least some of the ring portions, or some of the ring portions and radial portions of the vibration resonance member.

In at least some embodiments, the vibration damping member may include a plurality of damping pads, and at least some of the damping pads may be disposed between the percussion member and at least some of the radial portions of the vibration resonance member.

In at least some embodiments, the vibration member may comprise a foam.

In at least some embodiments, the vibration damping member may comprise a silicone-based material.

In some embodiments, the electronic percussion element may additionally include an electronic sound generation unit. The electronic sound generation unit connected to the vibration resonance part can detect the vibrations of the percussion part by the vibration damping part and the vibration resonance part to output a signal used for generating an electronic percussion sound.

In at least some embodiments, the electronic sound generation unit may include a sensor and a circuit coupled to the sensor. The sensor can detect the vibrations and generate an electronic signal based on the vibrations. The circuit can receive the electronic signal and generate the electronic percussion sound.

In at least some embodiments, the sensor may include a piezoelectric sensor.

In at least some embodiments, the sensor may be at least partially disposed on the hub portion of the vibration resonance member and on a surface of the hub portion facing the percussion part.

In at least some embodiments, the sensor may be disposed at least partially on the hub portion of the vibration resonance member and on a surface of the hub portion that faces away from the percussion part.

In at least some embodiments, the percussion part may comprise a metal plate.

In at least some embodiments, the percussion part may additionally include a rubber pad, and the metal plate may be disposed between the rubber pad and the vibration resonance part.

In at least some embodiments, the electronic percussion instrument may additionally include a hoop and a holder. The percussion part, the vibration resonance part, the vibration damping part and at least a part of the electronic sound generation unit may be disposed between the hoop and the holder.

This summary is provided to introduce concepts related to an electronic percussion instrument with a spider-weave sensor. Some embodiments of the electronic percussion instrument are further described in detail below. This summary is not intended to identify essential features of the claimed matter or to be used to determine the extent of the claimed matter.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The accompanying drawings are included to promote additional understanding of the disclosure. They are hereby incorporated and constitute a part of this disclosure. The drawings illustrate Disclosures of said disclosure and together with the respective descriptions serve to explain the principles of disclosure. It is to be understood, however, that the drawings are not necessarily to scale, for some of the components may be presented out of proportion of the actual embodiment to clearly illustrate the concept of the present disclosure.

1 FIG. 11 is an exploded view of a structure of an electronic percussion instrument according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG.

2 FIG. 12 is a bottom view of a vibration resonance part of the electronic percussion instrument of FIG 1 ,

3 FIG. 16 is a side view of a vibration resonance part of the electronic percussion instrument of FIG 1 ,

4 is a bottom view of a construction of the electronic percussion instrument of 1 ,

5 FIG. 11 is a top view of a vibration resonance part of an electronic percussion instrument according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG.

6 FIG. 11 is a top view of a vibration resonance part of an electronic percussion instrument according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG.

7 FIG. 11 is a top view of a vibration resonance part of an electronic percussion instrument according to an additional embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG.

8th FIG. 11 is an exploded view of a structure of an electronic percussion instrument according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG.

9 is a bottom view of a construction of the electronic percussion instrument of 8th ,

10 Figure 4 is a graph of signal sensitivity versus radius of a percussion surface in a conventional electronic percussion instrument.

11 FIG. 12 is a graphical representation of signal sensitivity versus radius of a percussion surface in an electronic percussion instrument, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG.

12 is a top view of a conventional electronic drum.

13 is a top view of a conventional electronic basin.

14 FIG. 11 is a top view of a vibration resonance part of an electronic percussion instrument according to any one of the embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG.

15 FIG. 11 is a top view of a vibration resonance part of an electronic percussion instrument according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG.

16 FIG. 11 is a top view of a vibration resonance part of an electronic percussion instrument according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG.

17 FIG. 11 is a top view of a vibration resonance part of an electronic percussion instrument according to an additional embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG.

18 FIG. 11 is a top view of a vibration resonance part of an electronic percussion instrument according to another additional embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS OVERVIEW

An electronic percussion instrument according to the present disclosure uses a novel vibration resonance part. The vibration resonance part senses vibrations generated from a percussion part of the electronic percussion part, and resonates with a resonance damping part in response to scanning when the percussion part is tapped, beaten or otherwise percuted by a user. The vibration resonance member is composed of a hub portion, a plurality of radial portions extending radially from the hub portion, and a plurality of spiral portions. Each of the spiral sections is arranged between the radial sections and connects in each case two of the said radial sections. Each radial section is each connected to an adjacent radial section by one or more spiral sections. Consequently, the vibration resonance part has a configuration generally similar to a spider web and with its spider weave configuration functions as an efficient vibration sensor. The profile of the vibration resonance part can be adapted to the particular shape and size of the percussion part of the electronic percussion instrument, e.g. As a metal plate or a combination between a metal plate and a rubber pad to be adjusted. Therefore, the resulting range of signal detection of a piezoelectric sensor of the electronic percussion instrument of the present disclosure is relatively extensive, ie, it covers most of the area of the percussion part and the signal for generating an electronic percussion sound is relatively stable.

EXEMPLARY VERSIONS

The 1 - 4 illustrate different views of an electronic percussion instrument 100 in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The 5 - 7 illustrate an upper view of different embodiments of a vibration resonance part of an electronic percussion instrument according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. As in the 1 - 4 shown includes the electronic percussion instrument 100 a percussion part 110 , a vibration resonance part 120 , a vibration damping part 130 and an electronic sound generating unit 140 ,

The percussion part 110 is configured to generate vibrations when percussed. So, for example, the percussion part 110 a metal plate such as a steel plate (e.g., when the electronic percussion instrument 100 an electronic drum is). In some versions, where the electronic percussion instrument 100 an electronic drum is as in 1 represented, the percussion part 110 a metal plate, such as a steel plate, and in addition a rubber pad 115 include. In such a case, the metal plate between the rubber pad 115 and the vibration resonance part 120 be arranged.

The vibration resonance part 120 is configured to be from the percussion section 110 pick up vibrations and resonate with them. As in 1 shown, has the vibration resonance part 120 a spider web-like configuration and includes a boss portion (ie, the central portion), a plurality of radial portions extending radially from the boss portion, and a plurality of spiral portions. More specifically, as in 1 shown, each of the spiral portions of the vibration resonance member 120 arranged between the radial sections and connects two of each of the radial sections. In addition, each of the radial sections of the vibration resonance part 120 each connected to one of the adjacent radial sections by one or more of the spiral sections.

A profile of the vibration resonance part 120 can take a variety of different forms. The 5 - 7 illustrate some of the examples, and it is to be understood that the scope of the present disclosure is not limited thereto. 5 illustrates an electronic percussion part 500 , which is a percussion part 510 , a vibration resonance part 510 , a vibration damping part 530 and an electronic sound generating unit 540 includes. As in 5 has a profile of a primary surface of the vibration resonance member 520 , the percussion part 510 opposite, generally the shape of a polygon. presentation 6 illustrates an electronic percussion part 600 , which is a percussion part 610 , a vibration resonance part 620 , a vibration damping part 630 and an electronic sound generating unit 640 includes. As in 6 has a profile of a primary surface of the vibration resonance member 620 , the percussion part 610 opposite, generally the shape of a fan on. presentation 7 illustrates an electronic percussion part 700 , which is a percussion part 710 , a vibration resonance part 720 , a vibration damping part 730 and an electronic sound generating unit 740 includes. As in 7 has a profile of a primary surface of the vibration resonance member 720 , the percussion part 710 opposite, generally a round shape.

In order to maximize the detection margin, in some embodiments, a contour is a primary surface of the vibration resonance member 110 , the percussion part 120 opposite to the contour of a portion of a primary surface of the percussion part 110 that the vibration resonance part 120 opposite, almost equal.

In some embodiments, the vibration resonance part comprises 120 a plastic material. Alternatively, the vibration resonance part comprises 120 in other embodiments, a metal material.

The vibration damping part 130 is between the percussion part 110 and the vibration resonance part 120 arranged and in direct contact with the same and is configured to that of the percussion part 110 generated vibrations to the vibration resonance part 120 forward. As in 1 shown includes, in some embodiments, the vibration damping member 130 a majority of damping pads of a soft material, which between the percussion part 110 and the spiral portions of the vibration resonance member 120 are arranged. In some embodiments, the vibration damping part 130 a plurality of damping pads made of a soft material, which between the percussion part 110 and the radial portions of the vibration resonance member 120 are arranged. Alternatively, the vibration damping part 130 a plurality of damping pads made of a soft material, which between the percussion part 110 and some or all of the radial sections and some or all of the spiral sections of the vibration resonance section 120 are arranged.

In some embodiments, the vibration damping part includes 130 a foam. Alternatively, in some other embodiments, the vibration damping member comprises a silicone-based material. In some embodiments, a thickness of the vibration resonant part is 120 between approximately 0.3 mm and 5.0 mm.

The electronic sound generation unit 140 is with the vibration resonance part 120 connected and is configured to the vibrations of the percussion part 110 through the vibration damping part 130 and the vibration resonance part 120 and to deliver an electronic signal used to generate an electronic percussion sound. In some embodiments, the electronic sound generating unit includes 140 a sensor such as a piezoelectric sensor. In some embodiments, the electronic sound generating unit includes 140 the sensor and a circuit 145 which is coupled to the sensor to generate a signal that causes one or more of the speakers to produce the electronic percussion sound.

In some embodiments, the sensor is the electronic sound generation unit 140 at least partially on the hub portion of the vibration resonance part 120 and on a surface of the hub portion which is the percussion part 110 opposite, arranged. The sensor may, for example, on the vibration resonant part 120 and between the percussion part 110 and the vibration resonance part 120 as in the 5 - 7 represented, may be arranged. In some other embodiments, the sensor is the electronic sound generation unit 140 at least partially on the hub portion of the vibration resonance part 120 and on the surface of the hub portion of the percussion part 110 facing away from, arranged. The sensor may, for example, on the vibration resonant part 120 be arranged, but not between the percussion part 110 and the vibration resonance part 120 as in the 1 - 4 shown.

As in 1 shown includes the electronic percussion instrument 100 in some versions additionally a hoop 150 and a holder 160 so that the percussion part 110 , the vibration resonance part 120 , the vibration damping part 130 and at least a portion of the electronic sound generating unit 140 between the hoop 150 and the holder 160 are arranged. The frost 150 For example, it may be a rubber tire made of rubber. The holder 160 For example, it may be a plastic holder made of plastic.

The 8th - 9 illustrate different views of an electronic percussion instrument 800 in accordance with another embodiment of the present disclosure. As in the 8th - 9 shown includes the electronic percussion instrument 800 a percussion part 810 , a vibration resonance part 820 , a vibration damping part 830 and an electronic sound generating unit 840 ,

The percussion part 810 is configured to generate vibrations when percussed. The percussion part 810 For example, it may be a metal plate, such as a steel plate (eg, when the electronic percussion instrument is an electronic cymbal).

The vibration resonance part 820 is configured to be from the percussion section 810 to pick up and vibrate generated vibrations. As in 8th shown has the vibration resonance part 820 has a partial spider web-like configuration, and includes a boss portion (ie, a central portion), a plurality of radial portions extending radially from the boss portion, and a plurality of spiral portions. More specifically, as in 8th shown, each of the spiral sections of the vibration resonance part 820 arranged between the radial sections and connects two of each of the radial sections. In addition, each of the radial sections of the vibration resonance part 820 each connected to one of the adjacent radial sections by one or more of the spiral sections.

A profile of the vibration resonance part 820 can take a variety of different forms, such as those in the 5 - 8th shown forms. For brevity, detailed descriptions of the 5 - 7 not repeated.

In order to maximize the detection margin, in some embodiments, a contour is a primary surface of the vibration resonance member 810 , the percussion part 820 opposite to the contour of a section portion of a primary surface of the percussion part 810 that the vibration resonance part 820 opposite, almost equal.

In some embodiments, the vibration resonance part comprises 820 a plastic material. Alternatively, the vibration resonance part comprises 820 in some other embodiments a metal material.

The vibration damping part 830 is between the percussion part 810 and the vibration resonance part 820 arranged and in direct contact with the same, and is configured to that of the percussion part 810 generated vibrations to the vibration resonance part 820 forward. As in 8th shown includes the vibration damping part 830 in some embodiments, a plurality of damping pads of a soft material disposed between the percussion part 810 and the spiral portions of the vibration resonance member 820 are arranged. In some other embodiments, the vibration damping part 830 a plurality of damping pads made of a soft material, which between the percussion part 810 and the radial portions of the vibration resonance member 820 are arranged. Alternatively, the vibration damping part 830 a plurality of damping pads made of a soft material, which between the percussion part 810 and some or all of the radial sections and some or all of the spiral sections of the vibration resonance section 820 are arranged.

In some embodiments, the vibration damping part includes 830 a foam. Alternatively, the vibration damping part 830 in some other embodiments, include a silicone-based material. In some embodiments, a thickness of the vibration resonant part is 820 between approximately 0.3 mm and 5.0 mm.

The electronic sound generation unit 840 is with the vibration resonance part 820 connected and is configured to the vibrations of the percussion part 810 through the vibration damping part 830 and the vibration resonance part 820 capture and deliver an electronic signal used to generate an electronic percussion sound. In some embodiments, the electronic sound generating unit includes 840 a sensor such as a piezoelectric sensor. In some embodiments, the electronic sound generating unit includes 840 a sensor and a circuit 845 coupled to the sensor to generate a signal that causes one or more speakers to reproduce an electronic percussion sound.

In some embodiments, the sensor is the electronic sound generation unit 840 at least partially on the hub portion of the vibration resonance part 820 and mounted on a surface of the hub portion which is the percussion part 810 opposite. The sensor may, for example, on the vibration resonant part 820 and between the percussion part 810 and the vibration resonance part 820 to be appropriate. In some other embodiments, the sensor is the electronic sound generation unit 840 at least partially on the hub portion of the vibration resonance part 820 and mounted on a surface of the hub portion of the percussion part 810 turned away. The sensor may, for example, on the vibration resonant part 820 be appropriate, but not between the percussion part 810 and the vibration resonance part 820 , as in 8th shown.

10 Figure 4 is a graph of signal sensitivity versus radius of a percussion surface in a conventional electronic percussion instrument. 11 FIG. 12 is a graphical representation of signal sensitivity versus radius of a percussion surface in an electronic percussion instrument, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. The horizontal axis of the two graphs in 10 and 11 represents the radius of the percussion part 110 or 810 measured from the center (ie 0 cm) to the edge of the percussion section 110 or 810 , The vertical axis of the two graphs in 10 and 11 represents the signal strength of the sensor of the electronic sound generating unit 140 or 840 detected signal. As in 10 As shown in FIG. 2, the signal strength in a conventional electronic percussion instrument which does not use the spider web vibration resonance portion of the present disclosure is relatively unstable, since the signal strength appears to be strong near the center and edge of the percussion part, but anywhere between the center and the edge of the percussion part seems to be weak. In contrast, the signal strength in an electronic percussion instrument of the present disclosure is relatively stable and linear (more centered and weaker on the percussion section edge 110 or 810 to).

Each of the 14 - 18 each illustrates an upper view of a vibration resonance part of an electronic percussion instrument according to the respective embodiment of the present disclosure. In particular, illustrated 14 a vibration resonance part 1400 . 15 illustrates a vibration resonance part 1500 . 16 illustrates a vibration resonance part 1600 . 17 illustrates a vibration resonance part 1770 , and 18 illustrates a vibration resonance part 1800 ,

As in each of the 14 - 18 shown includes each of the vibration resonance parts 1400 . 1500 . 1600 . 1700 and 1800 a boss portion centrally disposed in the vibration resonance member, a plurality of radial portions extending radially from the boss portion, and a plurality of annular portions. Each of the radial sections passes through and connects at least some of the multiple ring sections. Ring portions of the plurality of ring portions are arranged concentrically, wherein all ring sections abut each other.

In at least some embodiments, a width of at least one of the radial portions of the vibration resonance member may be 1400 / 1500 / 1600 / 1700 / 1800 measured from two or more points along a radial direction with respect to the boss portion, gradually increase from the boss portion toward the distal end of at least one of the radial portions facing away from the boss portion.

In at least some embodiments, a radius of a first annular portion of the plurality of annular portions may be less than a radius of a second annular portion of the plurality of annular portions, and a width of the first annular portion may be less than a width of the second annular portion.

In at least some embodiments, a shape of the vibration resonance part may be generally round.

In at least some embodiments, a diameter of the vibration resonance member may be between about 8 inches and about 16 inches. For example, the diameter of the vibration resonance part 1400 about 8 or 10 inches, the diameter of the vibration resonance part 1500 may be about 12 inches, the diameter of the vibration resonant part 1600 can be about 13 inches, the diameter of the vibration resonant part 1700 may be about 14 inches, and the diameter of the vibration resonance part 1800 can be about 16 inches.

In at least some embodiments, a thickness of the vibration resonance member may be between about 0.3 millimeters and about 5.0 millimeters.

Compared with the vibration resonance parts 120 . 620 . 720 and 820 , Each one has the vibration resonance parts 1400 . 1500 . 1600 . 1700 and 1800 over more radial sections or spokes. The increased number of radial sections or spokes advantageously enables denser sound waves and allows the sound generation unit to make more samples within a given period of time, thereby minimizing the likelihood of misjudging the strength with which the percussion part is struck.

In addition, as the width of the ring sections increases, from a ring section located closer to the center to a ring section farther from the center, it is possible, by striking the edge of the percussion section, to make a downward curve of To achieve sound waves, which minimizes the so-called "double trigger".

NOTES CONCERNING ADDITIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE IMPLEMENTATION

The techniques, devices and apparatus described above relate to electronic percussion instruments, such as electronic drums and electronic cymbals, with a spider-weave sensor. Although the techniques have been described in a wording that is specific to certain applications, it is important to understand that the following claims are not necessarily limited to the features or applications described herein. Rather, the specific features and applications are disclosed as exemplary embodiments of such techniques.

In the foregoing description of exemplary embodiments, specific numbers, material configurations, and other details are set forth for purposes of illustration to better explain the claimed invention. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the claimed invention may be practiced using details that differ from the exemplary details described herein. In other instances, well-known aspects are omitted or simplified to clarify the description of the exemplary implementations.

The inventors intend that the described exemplary implementation should be primarily examples. It is not the intention of the inventors that these exemplary implementations are intended to limit the scope of the following claims. Rather, the inventors have contemplated that the claimed invention may be practiced and implemented in other ways in connection with other currently existing or future technologies.

In addition, the term "exemplary" is used herein to mean an example, a case or an illustration. None of the aspects or designs referred to herein as "exemplary" should be construed to be more advantageous and preferable than other aspects or designs. Rather, the use of the term "exemplary" aims to present concepts and techniques in a concrete manner. For example, the term "techniques" may refer to one or more devices, apparatus, systems, methods, articles of manufacture, and / or instructions that may be read by a computer, as indicated by the contact described herein.

The term "or" in the context of the present application means an inclusive "or" and not an exclusive "or". This means, unless stated otherwise or clear from the context, that the statement "X applies A or B" intends to signify all naturally inclusive permutations. That is, if X applies A; X B applies; or X applies both A and B, that "X applies A or B to" each of the preceding cases. In addition, the articles "a" and "an" in their application in the present application and the claims below are to be interpreted generally as meaning "one or more" unless otherwise stated or clearly understood from the context that it is the singular form.

For the purposes of this disclosure and the claims below, the terms "coupled" or "connected" may have been used to describe how different elements relate to one another. Such behavior as described above can be either direct or indirect.

Claims (20)

An electronic percussion instrument, consisting of: a percussion part that generates vibrations when it is percussed; a vibration resonance part resonating with the vibrations, the vibration resonance part comprising a boss portion centrally mounted in the vibration resonance part, a plurality of radial portions extending radially from the boss portion, and a plurality of ring portions, wherein: each of the radial section passes through the plurality of ring sections and connects at least some of said ring sections, and Ring portions of the plurality of ring portions are arranged concentrically, wherein the ring portions abut each other; and a vibration damping member disposed between the percussion part and the vibration resonance member and in direct contact with the percussion part and the vibration resonance part, which forwards the vibrations generated by the percussion part to the vibration resonance part. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein a width of at least one of the radial portions of the vibration resonance member measured at two or more points along a radial direction with respect to the boss portion gradually from the boss portion to a distal end of at least one of the radial portions. which faces away from the hub portion increases. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein a radius of a first annular portion of the plurality of annular portions is less than a radius of a second annular portion of the plurality of annular portions, and wherein a width of the first annular portion is less than a width of the second annular portion. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein a shape of the vibration resonance part is generally round. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 4, wherein a diameter of the vibration resonance member is between about 8 inches and about 16 inches. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein a thickness of the vibration resonance member is between about 0.3 millimeters and about 5.0 millimeters. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein a contour of a primary surface of the vibration resonance member is formed to approximately approximate a contour of a portion of a primary surface of the percussion part opposite to the vibration resonance part. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein the vibration resonance member comprises a plastic material. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein the vibration resonance part comprises a metal material. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein the vibration damping part comprises a plurality of damping pads, and wherein at least some of the damping pads are disposed between the percussion part and at least some of the ring portions and radial portions of the vibration resonance part. The percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein the vibration damping part comprises a plurality of damping pads, and wherein at least some of the damping pads are disposed between the percussion part and at least some of the radial portions of the vibration resonance part. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein the vibration resonance member comprises a foam. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein the vibration resonance member comprises a silicone-based material. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, which additionally comprises the following aspects: an electronic sound generation unit connected to the vibration resonance part that detects the vibrations by the vibration resonance part and outputs a signal used for generating an electronic percussion sound. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 14, wherein the electronic sound generating unit comprises the following aspects: a sensor which detects the vibrations and generates an electronic signal based on the vibrations; and a circuit coupled to the sensor which receives the electronic signal and generates the electronic percussion sound. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 15, wherein the sensor comprises a piezoelectric sensor. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 15, wherein the sensor is at least partially disposed on the boss portion of the vibration resonance member and on a surface of the boss portion opposite to the percussion member. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 15, wherein the sensor is at least partially disposed on the boss portion of the vibration resonance member and on a surface of the boss portion facing away from the percussion part. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, wherein the percussion part comprises a metal plate and a rubber pad, and wherein the metal plate is interposed between the rubber pad and the vibration resonance part. The electronic percussion instrument of claim 1, which additionally includes: a hoop; and a holder, wherein the percussion part, the vibration resonance part, the vibration damping part and at least part of the electronic sound generation unit are arranged between the hoop and the holder.

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