Set up
■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.
G | D |
C | A |
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4th string Slit | 1st string |
Logo imprint
[Looking from the tailpiece]
Bridge seat
Bridge feet
•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.
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Vertical
Body
Escutcheon Tailpiece
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Caution standing vertically, whether the instru- |
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ment is being played or stored. |
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may tilt during the tuning process. If so, readjust the bridge |
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so it stands vertically. |
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It is very important that the bridge stands vertically. If it |
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leans in either direction it will impair the sound and risk |
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damaging the instrument. | [Bridge is placed vertically] |
•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.
3rd string
(G)
2nd string (D)
4th string (C)
1st string (A)
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