Congratulations on your purchase of the Barcus-Berry
3110 Violin Piezo Transducer System
The Barcus-Berry string instrument transducers are universally recognized for their unequaled sound fidelity and have long been
the preferred choice of most professionals throughout the world. The Model 3110 Transducer System can be quickly and easily
attached to or removed from any standard-type violin bridge. The pickup has wide-band frequency response, essentially unlim-
ited dynamic range and excellent string balance. In addition, it offers a high degree of feedback rejection and outstanding signal
isolation. These characteristics, coupled with its unexcelled reliability, make the 3110 ideal for virtually all sound reinforcement
and studio applications.
Important
Before you begin, please check within the box to insure that it contains the following items:
(A) • One (1) Barcus-Berry Violin transducer with carpenter output jack attached.
(B) • One (1) Barcus-Berry 3000 Piezo Buffer Preamp with EQ.
(C) • One (1) U-shaped bottom bracket and two turn buckles for the
carpenter output jack.
• An adjustment key.
• Attachable belt clip with one set of “dual lock” attachment strips.
• 7 Feet connecting cable (1/4" to RCA).
• RCA to 1/4" adaptor.
• One set of rubber feet (four each).
• Installation Instructions for Model 3110.
If any of these items are found to be damaged or missing, immediately contact
the Barcus-Berry dealer from whom the unit was purchased.
Installation
The transducer is furnished with two Phillips-head screws which are employed to secure the transducer to the bridge
of the instrument. Back these screws out, if necessary, until the transducer can be fitted over the edge of the bridge
(on the G or C-string side). When properly oriented, the notched portion of the transducer will be at the top
(embracing both the front and rear faces of the bridge) and the cord will be at the bottom. While holding the transducer
firmly in place against the edge of the bridge, tighten the upper screw until it engages the rear face of the bridge.
The lower screw should be nestled within the recessed area of the bridge foot and when tightened, its head will engage
the rear face of the bridge just above the top of the instrument.
To mount the output jack on your instrument tailpiece, remove the screws from the clamp assembly and place
the U-shaped member beneath the tailpiece. Position the other part of the assembly (which holds the jack) on top of the
tailpiece directly above the U-shaped member. Align the holes in the two parts, replace the screws and tighten
until the assembly is firmly in place.
Connect the transducer to the 3000 Piezo Buffer Preamp with EQ by plugging into the input jack and your installation
will be complete. The 3000 is powered by a 9V battery and has volume, treble, and bass controls. To replace the battery,
remove the screw from the side of the module and slide the cover off the chassis. Remove the expended battery and
replace. Be sure to observe the indicated polarity markings when inserting the battery into the holder. Replace the
cover on the chassis and re-secure with the screw.
noTE:
when the transducer is attached to the bridge, the acoustic output of the instrument will be slightly damped, but this has no affect on the ability of the
transducer to deliver accurate, unmuted reproduction of a normal acoustic sound.
(A)
(C)
(B)
