User Manual

11
Winding the Strings
1
Hook the ball located on the end of the string in the string hole on the tailpiece. At this time, make sure
that the ball is properly inserted in the notch of the string hole.
* If the ball end is bigger than the string hole, thread the string from the back of the tailpiece.
2
Insert the other end of the string into the hole on the tuning peg. Rotate the tuning peg. As shown in
the illustration, wind the string on the side away from the peg handle once around the peg, then return
the string back overlapping that wind so that the remaining slack is wound gradually toward the peg
handle. 1st (G) and 2nd (D) strings are shown on the left, 3rd (A) and 4th (E) strings on the right.
Hook the ball in the string
hole on the tailpiece.
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Changing Strings
As the strings get old, sound quality will gradually decrease, and it will become difcult to
tune the instrument. Change the strings as soon as you think they are getting old.
Make sure you purchase Double Bass strings. The SILENT Bass™ uses a string length of
1,054 mm (41.5 inch).
• 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.
String
Ball
3rd string (A)
2nd string (D)
Rotate the
tuning peg
as shown
Rotate the
tuning peg
as shown
1st string (G)
4th string (E)
Winding the 3rd and
4th strings
Winding the 1st and
2nd strings
1st
wind
Remaining
winds
Remaining
winds
1st
wind
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