Patent ID: 6995311
Filing Date: 2006-02-07
Classification: G10H

Abstract:
1. A method for regularly updating a plurality of pitch correction factors for a stringed musical instrument employing a plurality of strings comprising the steps of: (a) sampling the fundamental pitch value of a sounded note from a string and (b) calculating a temporary value from said fundamental pitch value and adjusting said temporary value with a saved pitch correction factor retrieved from a memory and (c) comparing said temporary value to a predetermined open string pitch value retrieved from said memory and (d) determining if said temporary value is within a predetermined range of said predetermined open string pitch value and (e) calculating a new pitch correction factor if said string was sounded within said predetermined range of said predetermined open string pitch value and (f) saving said new pitch correction factor in said memory and (g) repeating steps (a) through (f) for any additional notes sounded on said strings.