Yamaha SLB200 Owner's Manual

Yamaha SLB200 Manual

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  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 1
    English SLB200 Owner's Manual Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Silent Bass. In order to obtain the maximum performance and enjoyment from your Silent Bass, we urge you to read this Owner's Manual thoroughly before using the instrument. Please keep this Owner's Manual in a safe
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    described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha. This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the
  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 3
    using multi-plug adaptors since these can result in reduced sound quality and possibly damage. ■ Turn Power OFF When Making Connections • To avoid damage to the Silent Bass from the affected equipment. YAMAHA is not responsible for damage your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you
  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 4
    • End Pin • Mute • Allen Wrench • 6F22 (S-006P) 9V battery x1 • Soft Case Optional Accessories • Stand for Silent Bass (BST1) • Knee support for Silent Bass (BKS2) • Extension frame for Silent Bass (BEF2) To purchase these optional accessories, please inquire at your authorized Yamaha dealer. 4
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    Nomenclature ● Front ● Rear Tuning peg Fingerboard Frame Unit Nut Neck Frame Unit Armrest Frame Unit Fixing Knob 1 Pickup (inside the slot on the side of the body) End pin stopper 4th string (E) 3rd string (A) 2nd string (D) 1st string (G) Body Bridge Controls → See page 6. Frame Unit
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    Output Jack Section 6F22 (S-006P) 9V battery • The Silent Bass does not produce sound when headphones are plugged into the instrument's Output Jack. • When making connections to the Output Jack, make sure that a standard monaural phone plug is used. The power is switched ON when a plug is inserted
  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 7
    side of the bridge supports the 1st string (G), the higher side supports the 4th string (E). AD G 4th string 1st string • The Silent Bass is fitted with an adjustable bridge for adjusting above) and the top surface on which the bridge stands (line "B" in the figure above) are not parallel.
  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 8
    ● Tuning machine tension adjustment The tuning machine's tension that regulates the amount of pressure required to turn the tuners can be adjusted using the supplied Allen wrench. * If the tuning machine turns with very slight pressure → Rotate the adjustment screw to the right (clockwise: A). * If
  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 9
    the Frame Unit The Silent Bass is shipped from the factory with the Frame Unit removed from the main body. Please properly attach the Frame Unit using the following procedure. 1 Open the upper arm support on the frame unit, until it comes in contact with the stopper. 2 With the support's arm section
  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 10
    ■ About the End Pin The Silent Bass is shipped from the factory with its end pin removed from the main body and stored separately in the soft case. Before using the instrument, loosen the end pin stopper and insert the end to the instrument by placing objects on top of the case, hitting it, etc. 10
  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 11
    will become difficult to tune the instrument. Change the strings as soon as you think they are getting old. Make sure you purchase Double Bass strings. The Silent Bass uses a string length of 1,040 mm (41 inch). • All strings should not be removed at the same time. Make sure strings are changed one
  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 12
    Make sure the side of the bridge facing the tailpiece is vertical when compared to the surface on which the bridge stands. 4 Use a piano, tuning fork, tuner, etc., and adjust the pitch of each string using the tuning pegs. * Refer to the "Tuning" section (page 7). • When the instrument is not being
  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 13
    . As shown in Fig. A, align the end of the metal frame unit with the matching indentation on the knee support, and use the three screws to secure the support in place. ● Extension Frame for the Silent Bass (BEF2) The optional BEF2 Extension Frame widens the frame unit to provide greater instrument
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    Power Supply The Silent Bass uses a battery as its power source. Before installing or removing the battery, in poor conductivity (loss of power). In this case, refer to the illustration on the left and use a spacer, such as some thick paper or a piece of cardboard, between the end of the battery
  • Yamaha SLB200 | Owner's Manual - Page 15
    Bass • Power switched ON/OFF with connection/disconnection of cable. • 6F22(S-006P)/6LR61 9V battery x 1 Using Manganese battery: approximately 350 hours Using (18-5/16" x 5-11/16" x 5-1/10") approximately 7.2 kg (15 lbs. 14 oz.) * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 15
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Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Silent Bass. In order to obtain the maxi-
mum performance and enjoyment from your Silent Bass, we urge you to read
this Owner’s Manual thoroughly before using the instrument. Please keep this
Owner’s Manual in a safe place for later reference.
Precautions
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Main Body/Accessories
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Nomenclature
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Setup
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Tuning
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Attaching the Frame Unit
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About the End Pin
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Putting the Bass into the Soft Case
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Changing Strings
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About the Mute
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Attaching the Optional Accessories
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Power Supply
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Specifications
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Congratulations!
SLB200
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