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SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

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This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adaptor). DO NOT 

connect this product to any power supply or adaptor other than one 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 accessory 

product.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:

 The information 

contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. How-

ever, Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications 

without notice or obligation to update existing units.
Do not attempt to service this product beyond that described in the user-

maintenance instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified 

service personnel.
This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones 

or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause 

permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high 

volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing 

loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.  

IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before dam-

age occurs.

NOTICE:

 Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to 

how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are 

not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owner’s 

responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer 

before requesting service.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES:

 Yamaha strives to produce products that 

are both user safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our 

products and the production methods used to produce them meet these goals. 

In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be 

aware of the following:

Battery Notice:

 This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable bat-

tery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type 

of battery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes necessary, 

contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement.
This product may also use “household” type batteries. Some of these may be 

rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type 

and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged.
When installing batteries, do not mix old batteries with new, or with batteries of 

a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or incorrect 

installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture.

Warning:

 Do not attempt to disassemble or incinerate any battery. Keep 

all batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as 

regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household 

type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.

Disposal Notice:

 Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or 

for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all 

local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that 

contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please 

contact Yamaha directly.

NAMEPLATE LOCATION:

 The nameplate is located on the bottom of 

the product. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are 

located on this plate. You should record the model number, serial number, and 

the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a 

permanent record of your purchase.

Model  

Serial No.

Purchase Date

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

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Summary of Contents for SILENT Bass SVB-100

Page 1: ...a safe place for later reference Precautions 3 Main Body Accessories 4 Nomenclature 5 Setup 7 Tuning 7 Attaching the Frame Unit 9 About the End Pin 10 Putting the Instrument into the Soft Case 10 Cha...

Page 2: ...iendly We sincerely believe that our products and the production methods used to produce them meet these goals In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law we want you to be aware of the...

Page 3: ...r the surface Electrical Interference This unit contains electric circuitry and may cause interference if placed too close to radio or television receivers If this occurs move it further away from the...

Page 4: ...T1 Knee support for SILENT Bass BKS1 Soft case for SILENT Bass BSC1 To purchase the optional accessories shown above please inquire at your authorized Yamaha dealer Option Allen Wrench x1 Use an optio...

Page 5: ...Tailpiece Body Bridge seat Tail wire End pin End pin stopper Bridge 2nd string D 1st string G Frame Unit Fixing Knob 1 Frame Unit Armrest Frame Unit Fixing Knob 3 Frame Unit Fixing Knob 2 Frame Unit...

Page 6: ...S 006P 9V battery Pickup balancer located inside TONE control POWER switch POWER lamp AUX IN jack AUX IN level control Cord hook PHONES LINE OUT jack DC IN 12V jack Power adaptor connector 002_slb100...

Page 7: ...nsion is increased the bottom of the bridge will not have adequate contact with the pickup resulting in poor sound quality noise damage etc Fig 3 1 The lower side of the bridge supports the 1st string...

Page 8: ...string is tuned to G the 2nd string to D the 3rd string to A and the 4th string to E Use a piano tuning fork tuner etc and adjust the pitch of each string using the tuning pegs Tall wire Saddle Tuning...

Page 9: ...rt Then align the notch at the top of the Frame Unit so it rests on the top of the bass main body and slowly insert 4 Turn the Fixing Knob 1 located on the upper portion of the frame unit clockwise un...

Page 10: ...make sure that the side holding the main unit is placed on the bottom so the side with the frame is on top The soft case does not fully protect parts such as the bridge from damage The soft case is me...

Page 11: ...the right Hook the ball in the string hole on the tailpiece Changing Strings As the strings get old sound quality will gradually decrease and it will become difficult to tune the instrument Change th...

Page 12: ...eir corresponding grooves Make sure the tailpiece side of the bridge stands vertically in relation to the body Correct Tailpiece Bad Bad Right angle Body About the Mute Due to the design of the Yamaha...

Page 13: ...s s DC IN 12V jack located on the back of the instrument making sure the plug is firmly inserted into the jack 2 Plug the AC adaptor into a convenient wall AC power socket Battery power is automatical...

Page 14: ...sette Player Electronic Metronome To the LINE IN jack etc Bass Amplifier Powered Speaker Electronic Tuner AUX IN Power rating of 50W or more is recommended When connecting the instrument to external a...

Page 15: ...to the IN PUT jack on an electronic tuner and tune the SILENT Bass like an electronic instrument using the instrument s output signal Before connecting the SILENT Bass to any external devices make su...

Page 16: ...increase high frequen cies Rotate the dial to the left LOW to increase low fre quencies Pickup balance adjustment The SILENT Bass pickup system consists of two sensors one for low strings the other fo...

Page 17: ...hargeable batteries cannot be used Power Adaptor sold separately Yamaha PA3C for use in Japan PA130 for use inter nationally DC 12 V 700 mA Power Consumption 2 5W with the PA3C 1 0W with the PA130 PA1...

Page 18: ...V603620 1502 R8 Printed in Japan 430 8650 10 1...

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