Setup
■Installing the Bridge
The Silent Viola is shipped from the factory with the bridge unfitted.
First, set up the bridge and then proceed with tuning.
•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. (Make sure the logo side of the bridge is facing the tailpiece.)
| G | D |
| C | A |
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4th string | Slit | 1st string |
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[Looking from the tailpiece]
•Make sure the entire underside of the bridge’s legs is in contact with the pickup.
Also, make sure that the bridge does not slide off of the Bridge Seat or that its legs are touching the sides of the
Bridge Legs (Underside)
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cally. If it leans to one side, use both hands to adjust. |
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ing slits in the bridge. | [Placing the Bridge’s Legs] |
*Playing the viola with a leaning bridge may result in damage to the bridge or a deterioration in sound quality.
Correct
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Right angle
Body
Bridge seat | Tailpiece |
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[Bridge is placed vertically]
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