SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... 8 Battery Case/External Output (LINE OUT) Jack 9 Controls 9 Setup 12 Tuning 12 Attaching the Frame Unit 14 About the End Pin 15 Attaching the Optional Accessories 15 Preparing the Power Supply (How to Replace Batteries) ....... 16 Connection Example 17 Turning the Power On and Off 18 About the Mute 18 Changing Strings 19 Putting the Bass into the Soft Case 21 Specifications 22 1 SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual In...
... 8 Battery Case/External Output (LINE OUT) Jack 9 Controls 9 Setup 12 Tuning 12 Attaching the Frame Unit 14 About the End Pin 15 Attaching the Optional Accessories 15 Preparing the Power Supply (How to Replace Batteries) ....... 16 Connection Example 17 Turning the Power On and Off 18 About the Mute 18 Changing Strings 19 Putting the Bass into the Soft Case 21 Specifications 22 1 SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual In...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... products distributed by Yamaha may cause interference harmful to use only high quality shielded cables. Utilize power outlets that interference will not result in harmful interference with the requirements listed in is being affected by using one of America. (class B) SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 2 If the antenna lead-in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. NOTE: This product...
... products distributed by Yamaha may cause interference harmful to use only high quality shielded cables. Utilize power outlets that interference will not result in harmful interference with the requirements listed in is being affected by using one of America. (class B) SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 2 If the antenna lead-in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. NOTE: This product...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... following problems occur, immediately turn off the power switch (If you to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Repairs or part replacement should come in any cracks or breakages exist on it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. DMI-7 1/2 SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 4 Do not open • This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not dispose of the instrument. - Use...
... following problems occur, immediately turn off the power switch (If you to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Repairs or part replacement should come in any cracks or breakages exist on it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. DMI-7 1/2 SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 4 Do not open • This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not dispose of the instrument. - Use...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... caused by improper use the instrument for a long period of time at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to , the following: Assembly • Assemble the instrument in the proper sequence by only the side plate unit could result in malfunction to local regulations. Putting it on the buttons, switches or connectors. • Keep small parts out of...
... caused by improper use the instrument for a long period of time at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to , the following: Assembly • Assemble the instrument in the proper sequence by only the side plate unit could result in malfunction to local regulations. Putting it on the buttons, switches or connectors. • Keep small parts out of...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... Owner's Manual 6 Doing so may generate noise. • When cleaning the instrument, use the supplied soft case if it is at the rear of theft. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., may be found on your purchase to store any other electric devices. They may appear somewhat different from those on or near the name plate, which is torn or split...
... Owner's Manual 6 Doing so may generate noise. • When cleaning the instrument, use the supplied soft case if it is at the rear of theft. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., may be found on your purchase to store any other electric devices. They may appear somewhat different from those on or near the name plate, which is torn or split...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... After opening the packaging, please check that all the parts listed below are included. • Main body x 1 • Frame unit x 1 • End pin x 1 • Mute x 1 • Allen wrench x 1 • Soft case x 1 • Owner's Manual (this document) x 1 • List of service locations x 1 * Two AA batteries (alkaline or nickel hydride) are required to use this product. Optional Accessories • Stand for SILENT...
... After opening the packaging, please check that all the parts listed below are included. • Main body x 1 • Frame unit x 1 • End pin x 1 • Mute x 1 • Allen wrench x 1 • Soft case x 1 • Owner's Manual (this document) x 1 • List of service locations x 1 * Two AA batteries (alkaline or nickel hydride) are required to use this product. Optional Accessories • Stand for SILENT...
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Frame unit fixing knob 2 Bridge Escutcheon Tailpiece Saddle Tail wire End pin Battery Case/ Output Jack Section see page 9. SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 8 Parts and their Names 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 Controls see page 9.
Frame unit fixing knob 2 Bridge Escutcheon Tailpiece Saddle Tail wire End pin Battery Case/ Output Jack Section see page 9. SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 8 Parts and their Names 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 Controls see page 9.
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... making connections to the LINE OUT jack, be output if you connect headphones to use a standard monaural phone plug cable. e NOTE • This product is designed so that the power can be turned on an external device, such as a preamplifier. • Since the power is inserted into the LINE OUT jack, the Piezo Pickup signal will remain off Not operating 9 SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual Battery...
... making connections to the LINE OUT jack, be output if you connect headphones to use a standard monaural phone plug cable. e NOTE • This product is designed so that the power can be turned on an external device, such as a preamplifier. • Since the power is inserted into the LINE OUT jack, the Piezo Pickup signal will remain off Not operating 9 SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual Battery...
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... function status, SRT POWERED microphone type, and remaining battery power. Red - - - - - Status Power switch on microphone type Flashes 1 time Flashes 2 times Flashes 3 times - - On - t [BASS] knob This adjusts the level of the upper frequencies (TREBLE). pitched instruments. The LED status can cut the low frequencies for a clean sound that can be checked from the diagonal direction (performance posture) relative to amplify or decrease the fundamental frequencies mainly of the connected cable...
... function status, SRT POWERED microphone type, and remaining battery power. Red - - - - - Status Power switch on microphone type Flashes 1 time Flashes 2 times Flashes 3 times - - On - t [BASS] knob This adjusts the level of the upper frequencies (TREBLE). pitched instruments. The LED status can cut the low frequencies for a clean sound that can be checked from the diagonal direction (performance posture) relative to amplify or decrease the fundamental frequencies mainly of the connected cable...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual t r y NOTE u • If you can use the bypass function with low-frequency emphasis from a famous vacuum-tube microphone, different from the pickup and the simulated microphone signal. u[BLEND] knob This adjusts the amount of microphone to change the microphone type. You can check the microphone type currently selected from the number of the SRT POWERED preamplifier. Turn it all controls except...
... PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual t r y NOTE u • If you can use the bypass function with low-frequency emphasis from a famous vacuum-tube microphone, different from the pickup and the simulated microphone signal. u[BLEND] knob This adjusts the amount of microphone to change the microphone type. You can check the microphone type currently selected from the number of the SRT POWERED preamplifier. Turn it all controls except...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... Tailpiece Saddle Tall wire SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 12 Since the position of the bridge will sometimes shift during transport, make sure to an average person's height. Surface B, on which the bridge does not rest, cannot be used to check that , increase the tension of all the strings and manually straighten the tailpiece. Setup Tuning The SILENT...
... Tailpiece Saddle Tall wire SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 12 Since the position of the bridge will sometimes shift during transport, make sure to an average person's height. Surface B, on which the bridge does not rest, cannot be used to check that , increase the tension of all the strings and manually straighten the tailpiece. Setup Tuning The SILENT...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... adjusting the bridge height, loosen the strings in order to turn Rotate the adjustment screw to the left (counter-clockwise: B). B A 13 SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual Use a piano, tuning fork, tuner, etc., and adjust the pitch of each string using the supplied Allen wrench. • If the tuning machine turns with without reducing string tension can result in poor surface contact of the bridge's feet, causing inferior sound...
... adjusting the bridge height, loosen the strings in order to turn Rotate the adjustment screw to the left (counter-clockwise: B). B A 13 SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual Use a piano, tuning fork, tuner, etc., and adjust the pitch of each string using the supplied Allen wrench. • If the tuning machine turns with without reducing string tension can result in poor surface contact of the bridge's feet, causing inferior sound...
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...'s upper part in the direction of the frame unit, be careful not to the bass instrument. Frame attachment is shipped from the factory with the frame unit removed from the main body. SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 14 Open the upper arm support on the bass instrument. 5. Upper Arm Support 2 Slide...to pinch your fingers, hands, or the like. Installation Procedure 1. When moving the upper arm support and the arm section of "2 Slide" in damage to the main body using the following procedure. Using the instrument with the stopper. 2. Attaching the Frame Unit The...
...'s upper part in the direction of the frame unit, be careful not to the bass instrument. Frame attachment is shipped from the factory with the frame unit removed from the main body. SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 14 Open the upper arm support on the bass instrument. 5. Upper Arm Support 2 Slide...to pinch your fingers, hands, or the like. Installation Procedure 1. When moving the upper arm support and the arm section of "2 Slide" in damage to the main body using the following procedure. Using the instrument with the stopper. 2. Attaching the Frame Unit The...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... the factory with the matching indentation on the knee support, and use the two screws to provide greater instrument support. About the End Pin The SILENT BassTM is designed to fit into the bass instrument at an angle and cannot be leaned against the left knee when playing while sitting on a stable surface. • Before playing the instrument, make sure...
... the factory with the matching indentation on the knee support, and use the two screws to provide greater instrument support. About the End Pin The SILENT BassTM is designed to fit into the bass instrument at an angle and cannot be leaned against the left knee when playing while sitting on a stable surface. • Before playing the instrument, make sure...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... batteries. SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 16 Inserting a battery with a shape different from flying out. 2. Improper insertion can cause battery drainage or damage to the instrument due to battery leakage. Preparing the Power Supply (How to Replace Batteries) The SILENT BassTM uses batteries for a long period of time, remove the batteries from the output jack. 1. Push in the direction of the following when replacing the batteries. • Battery shapes (battery...
... batteries. SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual 16 Inserting a battery with a shape different from flying out. 2. Improper insertion can cause battery drainage or damage to the instrument due to battery leakage. Preparing the Power Supply (How to Replace Batteries) The SILENT BassTM uses batteries for a long period of time, remove the batteries from the output jack. 1. Push in the direction of the following when replacing the batteries. • Battery shapes (battery...
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The actual specifications may vary. 17 SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual Connection Example Refer to the connection example below and connect this product to use a plug cable that meets the jack standards, and make the connection firmly. Rear of the main body Bass amplifier Mixer Standard monaural phone plug DI Preamplifier Audio interface * All illustrations and figures are for all devices before performing connections. • When making connections, first check...
The actual specifications may vary. 17 SLB300 PRO SLB300 Owner's Manual Connection Example Refer to the connection example below and connect this product to use a plug cable that meets the jack standards, and make the connection firmly. Rear of the main body Bass amplifier Mixer Standard monaural phone plug DI Preamplifier Audio interface * All illustrations and figures are for all devices before performing connections. • When making connections, first check...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... Off With a plug (cable) inserted into the LINE OUT jack of this product, push the [POWER] switch up string vibrations that occur between the bridge and tailpiece. When using an external device, connect a device (DI, etc.) that supports passive output. Sufficient output and frequency characteristics may not be reduced if it by turning the power switch off and make connections. Order for Turning the Power Switch Off and Making Connections (Example...
... Off With a plug (cable) inserted into the LINE OUT jack of this product, push the [POWER] switch up string vibrations that occur between the bridge and tailpiece. When using an external device, connect a device (DI, etc.) that supports passive output. Sufficient output and frequency characteristics may not be reduced if it by turning the power switch off and make connections. Order for Turning the Power Switch Off and Making Connections (Example...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... groove at the bottom of the tailpiece mak- Make sure that the ball end is securely positioned in eye injury or other accidents. Use caution when changing strings. • When changing or adjusting strings, do not put your face close to change the strings one at the same time. The SILENT BassTM uses a string length of 1,040 mm (41"). • The ends...
... groove at the bottom of the tailpiece mak- Make sure that the ball end is securely positioned in eye injury or other accidents. Use caution when changing strings. • When changing or adjusting strings, do not put your face close to change the strings one at the same time. The SILENT BassTM uses a string length of 1,040 mm (41"). • The ends...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... in the illustration below, and then make sure that the string does not rub up against the pegbox wall. For more information about tuning, see the cautionary notes under "Tuning" (page 12). Using the product with the bridge standing vertical to the right. Turn the pegs to perform tuning to one side of a piano, tuning fork, tuner, or the like . • When winding...
... in the illustration below, and then make sure that the string does not rub up against the pegbox wall. For more information about tuning, see the cautionary notes under "Tuning" (page 12). Using the product with the bridge standing vertical to the right. Turn the pegs to perform tuning to one side of a piano, tuning fork, tuner, or the like . • When winding...
SLB300 SLB300PRO Owners Manual
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... SLB300: Rosewood Maple (height is adjustable) Beech + metal parts (aluminum, etc.) Tuning Pegs Tailpiece Worm gear type Ebony (reverse type) Strings Double bass strings (ball-end type) Sensor Controls Piezo pickup • Volume control knob • Treble control knob • Bass control knob / Bypass button • Blend control knob / Microphone type switch button Power AA battery (alkaline or nickel hydride) x 2 Battery Life (normal, continuous use) Alkaline battery: Approx. 32 hours Time usable after warning display flashes...
... SLB300: Rosewood Maple (height is adjustable) Beech + metal parts (aluminum, etc.) Tuning Pegs Tailpiece Worm gear type Ebony (reverse type) Strings Double bass strings (ball-end type) Sensor Controls Piezo pickup • Volume control knob • Treble control knob • Bass control knob / Bypass button • Blend control knob / Microphone type switch button Power AA battery (alkaline or nickel hydride) x 2 Battery Life (normal, continuous use) Alkaline battery: Approx. 32 hours Time usable after warning display flashes...
