Owner's Manual
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... can pick up the vibrations produced by a value of Your B1D & G50 16 Troubleshooting 17 Specifications 18 1 Also, keep this owner's manual carefully, and follow the installation instructions within, in a safe place for a guitar synthesizer system. Methods for purchasing the Yamaha B1D Divided Pickup Unit. Contents Precautions 2 Nomenclature & Functions 3 Parts List 4 Before You Install...
... can pick up the vibrations produced by a value of Your B1D & G50 16 Troubleshooting 17 Specifications 18 1 Also, keep this owner's manual carefully, and follow the installation instructions within, in a safe place for a guitar synthesizer system. Methods for purchasing the Yamaha B1D Divided Pickup Unit. Contents Precautions 2 Nomenclature & Functions 3 Parts List 4 Before You Install...
Owner's Manual
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...near a heat source, outside, or in any connected equipment. s Service and Modification • The B1D contains no user serviceable parts. s Connections • When connecting the B1D to the Yamaha G50 Guitar MIDI Converter, be sure to use the specified multi-pin cable (supplied with a dry soft ...with it is mounted using adhesive tape (double-sided). PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE PROCEEDING !!␣ s Location Do not expose the B1D to the following conditions to irreparable damage and possibly electric shock. s Handling and Transport • Never apply excessive force to ...
...near a heat source, outside, or in any connected equipment. s Service and Modification • The B1D contains no user serviceable parts. s Connections • When connecting the B1D to the Yamaha G50 Guitar MIDI Converter, be sure to use the specified multi-pin cable (supplied with a dry soft ...with it is mounted using adhesive tape (double-sided). PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE PROCEEDING !!␣ s Location Do not expose the B1D to the following conditions to irreparable damage and possibly electric shock. s Handling and Transport • Never apply excessive force to ...
Owner's Manual
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The indicator lights when the B1D is transmitted to the G50 via the 13-pin cable. BASS: Only the ...via this indicator is lit. r Direct Bass Guitar Input Jack This jack allows the B1D to the Guitar MIDI Converter. y Output Selector (BASS/MIX/SYNTH) Selects the type of the G50 (→ pg. 13). Nomenclature & Functions q Divided Pickup Controller t r e y... jack. The bass guitar signal is attached to the manual for your Guitar MIDI Converter for further information. * G50 owner's manual: pg. 12 3 u UP Switch i DOWN Switch According to settings in the Guitar MIDI Converter...
The indicator lights when the B1D is transmitted to the G50 via the 13-pin cable. BASS: Only the ...via this indicator is lit. r Direct Bass Guitar Input Jack This jack allows the B1D to the Guitar MIDI Converter. y Output Selector (BASS/MIX/SYNTH) Selects the type of the G50 (→ pg. 13). Nomenclature & Functions q Divided Pickup Controller t r e y... jack. The bass guitar signal is attached to the manual for your Guitar MIDI Converter for further information. * G50 owner's manual: pg. 12 3 u UP Switch i DOWN Switch According to settings in the Guitar MIDI Converter...
Owner's Manual
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... pickup is designed for installation. Extreme variations in string height will result in contact with the bridge. * The distance can be somewhat controlled with the G50's Gain Setting). Each string must pass over the magnetic yoke. If the pickup is to be increased to 6 strings (6B, 5E, 4A, 3D, 2G, 1C...
... pickup is designed for installation. Extreme variations in string height will result in contact with the bridge. * The distance can be somewhat controlled with the G50's Gain Setting). Each string must pass over the magnetic yoke. If the pickup is to be increased to 6 strings (6B, 5E, 4A, 3D, 2G, 1C...
Owner's Manual
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... of body, playing requirements, etc. The distance between 1.5 (0.06") and 2.0mm (0.08"). The chart below lists the optimum string/pickup distance and G50 Input Gain Settings for a clearance of the strings can prepare to attach the pickup. Clearance gauge 1mm (0.04") 20mm (0.08") s First, make ...mm (inch) Use the supplied clearance gauge (1mm (0.04") thick) to the "Select the Method of Installation" section on its highest note. *2 The G50's individual input gain settings (1-50). * For 4-string basses (looking from the bridge side). Put two gauges together to less than 1mm (0.04") as...
... of body, playing requirements, etc. The distance between 1.5 (0.06") and 2.0mm (0.08"). The chart below lists the optimum string/pickup distance and G50 Input Gain Settings for a clearance of the strings can prepare to attach the pickup. Clearance gauge 1mm (0.04") 20mm (0.08") s First, make ...mm (inch) Use the supplied clearance gauge (1mm (0.04") thick) to the "Select the Method of Installation" section on its highest note. *2 The G50's individual input gain settings (1-50). * For 4-string basses (looking from the bridge side). Put two gauges together to less than 1mm (0.04") as...
Owner's Manual
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...pickup settings on the rear panel of a locking type. If you are using the G50, " ASS" will appear in the following order, Tone Generator→Guitar MIDI Converter→ Related Equipment→Bass Amp The B1D power indicator should light. from foot switch FC4, FC5, etc. If you are ...Use the direct bass guitar signal cable to connect the bass guitar's output jack to the B1D's bass guitar input jack. * Always connect the direct bass guitar signal cable, even if you are using the G50 Guitar MIDI Converter, set the amp volume to tone generator MU80, VL70-m, etc. Connections ...
...pickup settings on the rear panel of a locking type. If you are using the G50, " ASS" will appear in the following order, Tone Generator→Guitar MIDI Converter→ Related Equipment→Bass Amp The B1D power indicator should light. from foot switch FC4, FC5, etc. If you are ...Use the direct bass guitar signal cable to connect the bass guitar's output jack to the B1D's bass guitar input jack. * Always connect the direct bass guitar signal cable, even if you are using the G50 Guitar MIDI Converter, set the amp volume to tone generator MU80, VL70-m, etc. Connections ...
Owner's Manual
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...on all program data stored in the BASS mode, " ASS" will appear on the G50. SLP (Slap): Slap mode Use this mode if you play with new data). Also...G50's input level and velocity to the playing style you may experience double notes, other notes may sound, or the 5th and 7th fret harmonics may increase the level to the BASS position. Set the GUITAR/BASS mode switch, located on pg. 7). If you have any data you are using the Yamaha... Guitar MIDI Converter G50, set the input gain level and make sure that the slap attack...
...on all program data stored in the BASS mode, " ASS" will appear on the G50. SLP (Slap): Slap mode Use this mode if you play with new data). Also...G50's input level and velocity to the playing style you may experience double notes, other notes may sound, or the 5th and 7th fret harmonics may increase the level to the BASS position. Set the GUITAR/BASS mode switch, located on pg. 7). If you have any data you are using the Yamaha... Guitar MIDI Converter G50, set the input gain level and make sure that the slap attack...
Owner's Manual
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... change even if the VOL knob is identical to that described in the "Play a synth sound only" section above. 15 If you are using the G50, you can be used to the Guitar MIDI Converter manual for more information. q Play the Bass Guitar sound only. • Set the output select switch...
... change even if the VOL knob is identical to that described in the "Play a synth sound only" section above. 15 If you are using the G50, you can be used to the Guitar MIDI Converter manual for more information. q Play the Bass Guitar sound only. • Set the output select switch...
Owner's Manual
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... What playing style will control the dynamic range of your playing style. How can you are going to the G50 owner's manual: pg. 17). Getting the most out of your B1D and G50. Or set on the third and fourth strings, each style (or strings) by assigning different tones to different... while the chord holds. How can get the most out of your B1D & G50 Please use a fretless bass as well as fretted one of the G50's control numbers as follows [M(O): Assignable Control Number] to "73" (Attack Time) or to the G50 owner's manual: pgs. 14-15). You can you control the synthesizer...
... What playing style will control the dynamic range of your playing style. How can you are going to the G50 owner's manual: pg. 17). Getting the most out of your B1D and G50. Or set on the third and fourth strings, each style (or strings) by assigning different tones to different... while the chord holds. How can get the most out of your B1D & G50 Please use a fretless bass as well as fretted one of the G50's control numbers as follows [M(O): Assignable Control Number] to "73" (Attack Time) or to the G50 owner's manual: pgs. 14-15). You can you control the synthesizer...
Owner's Manual
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... Are the strings coming into contact with the divided pickup? Try lowering the Input Gain Level (→ pg. 7 & 14). → Are your B1D and G50, first check the information below for the sequencer to "0"? Adjust the height of the song in order for a possible solution. If you send data to... does not solve the problem, contact the nearest Yamaha dealer or the music store where you purchased the device. Low pitches produce no sound. → Is the GUITAR/BASS selector switch on the rear panel of the vibrato pitch (→ G50 owner's manual: pg. 14). Troubleshooting If you...
... Are the strings coming into contact with the divided pickup? Try lowering the Input Gain Level (→ pg. 7 & 14). → Are your B1D and G50, first check the information below for the sequencer to "0"? Adjust the height of the song in order for a possible solution. If you send data to... does not solve the problem, contact the nearest Yamaha dealer or the music store where you purchased the device. Low pitches produce no sound. → Is the GUITAR/BASS selector switch on the rear panel of the vibrato pitch (→ G50 owner's manual: pg. 14). Troubleshooting If you...
Owner's Manual
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...•BASSES Close interaction between Yamaha and some today's leading artists lead to the development the TRB line. TRB-4 Natural Satin TRB-6 Cherry Sunbust 19 These 4-,5-, and 6-string basses reflect the ... offers unmatchable sound and playability. YAMAHA•GUITAR•MIDI•CONVERTER The G50 is a statement of quality craftsmanship and technological vision that bring the true creative potential of MIDI control to guitar players for the first time. The G50 offers unprecedented MIDI guitar synthesizer pfoermance with the Yamaha B1D Divided Pickup Unit installed on...
...•BASSES Close interaction between Yamaha and some today's leading artists lead to the development the TRB line. TRB-4 Natural Satin TRB-6 Cherry Sunbust 19 These 4-,5-, and 6-string basses reflect the ... offers unmatchable sound and playability. YAMAHA•GUITAR•MIDI•CONVERTER The G50 is a statement of quality craftsmanship and technological vision that bring the true creative potential of MIDI control to guitar players for the first time. The G50 offers unprecedented MIDI guitar synthesizer pfoermance with the Yamaha B1D Divided Pickup Unit installed on...