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Harley Benton TrueTone SH-30 Pro Active

Quick start guide

This document contains important information on the safe use of the product. 

Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the docu-

ment for future reference. If you pass the product on to others, please include this 

document. Contents are subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the 

documentation, which is available for download at 

www.thomann.de

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Safety instructions

Intended use

This device serves as a pick-up for acoustic string instruments. Any other use or use under 

other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury 

or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damage resulting from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensory, and intellectual 

abilities and the necessary knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this device 

only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!

Children can suffocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can in-

jure themselves when handling the device. Never allow children to play with the 

packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of the 

reach of babies and small children. Always dispose of packaging material prop-

erly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without supervi-

sion. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does 

not shed any small parts (such as knobs) that children could play with.

Incorrect handling of lithium batteries can result in injury!

In the event of a short circuit, overheating or mechanical damage, lithium batter-

ies can cause severe injuries. Handle lithium batteries in a correct and profes-

sional manner. Store lithium batteries in a cool and dry place in their original 

packaging. Keep lithium batteries away from sources of heat. Never open lithi-

um batteries. Only charge rechargeable lithium batteries with a suitable charger. 

Remove the lithium batteries before disposing of the device. Cover the poles of 

used lithium batteries with adhesive tape to prevent short circuits. Electrolyte 

can escape from damaged lithium batteries. Put the damaged lithium battery in 

air-tight packaging. Collect the electrolyte with absorbent paper. Wear rubber 

gloves while doing so.

Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity!

Incorrectly inserted batteries may cause fires and destroy the device and the 

batteries. Observe the markings on the batteries and on the device. Ensure that 

proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.

Possible damage due to leaking batteries!

Batteries can leak and cause permanent damage to the device. Remove the bat-

teries from the device if it is not going to be used for an extended period of time.

Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!

The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. 

Only operate the device indoors within the ambient conditions specified in the 

“Technical specifications”. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sun-

light, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with 

strong temperature fluctuations. If temperature fluctuations cannot be avoided 

(for example after transport in low outside temperatures), do not switch on the 

device immediately. Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move 

the device to another location while it is in operation. In environments with in-

creased dirt levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the 

device cleaned by qualified specialists at regular intervals to prevent damage 

due to overheating and other malfunctions.

General handling

•  To prevent damage, never exert force while operating the device.

•  Never immerse the device in water. Wipe only with a clean and dry cloth. Do not use 

liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners or flammable cleaning agents

•  When the device is not in use, disconnect the plug from the chassis coupling of the 

device to prevent unnecessary draining of the battery.

•  Not suitable for guitars with nitro lacquer or shellac. If left on instruments with a poly-

ester finish, the lack of light irradiation at the mounting point can cause light-related 

discolouration on the instrument.

Features

• Sound hole pick-up for acoustic guitars

• Active, noise-free design

• Magnetic single-coil pick-up (item no. 450685, 580105)

• Magnetic humbucker (item no. 568909)

• Combination of pick-up and microphone that records the body resonance

• Integrated volume and microphone control

• Balanced timbre

• High sensitivity 

• 70 cm cable with 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) coupling

• Battery-powered

• Incl. adhesive (item no. 568909)

Connections and controls

1

[VOLUME] | 

Control for overall level

2

[MIC] | 

Control for microphone signal

3

Pick-up cable

4

Coupling for connecting the pick-up

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Leather attachment tab

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Batteries

Thomann GmbH  •  Hans-Thomann-Straße 1  •  96138 Burgebrach  •  www.thomann.de  •  [email protected] 

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