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Tuning and Changing the Strings
The Silent Electric Cello is shipped from the factory
with the bridge unfitted. First, set up the bridge and
then proceed with tuning.
As the strings get old, sound quality will gradually
decrease, and it will become difficult to tune the in-
strument. Change the strings as soon as you think
they are getting old.
• The end of the strings are sharp and can cut fingers. Use
caution when changing strings.
• When changing or adjusting strings, do not put your face
close to the instrument. The string may suddenly break
resulting in eye or other unexpected injuries.
•
The lower side of the bridge supports the 1st string (A), the
higher side supports the 4th string (C). Make sure the bridge
is placed properly, then set the bridge in the bridge seat. The
side of the bridge with the logo imprint should face the tail-
piece.
•
Ensure that the bridge stands vertically. If it leans to one side,
use both hands to adjust. Make sure that each string passes
over the corresponding slits in the bridge.
Always make sure that the bridge is
standing vertically, whether the instru-
ment is being played or stored.
Even if the bridge is standing vertically before tuning, it
may tilt during the tuning process. If so, readjust the bridge
so it stands vertically.
It is very important that the bridge stands vertically. If it
leans in either direction it will impair the sound and risk
damaging the instrument.
•
The strings are tuned to the following pitches. The 1st string
is tuned to A, the 2nd string to D, the 3rd string to G, and the
4th string to C.
Use a piano, tuning fork, tuner, etc., and adjust the pitch of
each string using the tuning pegs. When rotating the peg,
apply firm pressure towards the head stock.
•
Finally, use the adjuster to fine tune the strings.
[Bridge is placed vertically]
Bridge seat
Bridge feet
[Looking from the tailpiece]
4th string
Logo
imprint
Set up
A
D
G
C
1st string
Slit
Correct
Escutcheon
Tailpiece
Body
Bad
Bad
Vertical
3rd string
(G)
2nd string (D)
1st string (A)
4th string (C)
Caution
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