Page 2 - Congratulations; Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha B1D Divided Pickup Unit.; Features; Contents; English
1 Congratulations Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha B1D Divided Pickup Unit. The B1D Divided Pickup Unit can pick up the vibrations produced by an electric bass guitar’s strings, and transmit those signals to a YamahaGuitar MIDI Converter (G50). When properly installed and adjusted itcan convert a...
Page 3 - Precautions
2 ■ Location Do not expose the B1D to the following condi-tions to avoid deformation, discoloration, or moreserious damage. • Direct sunlight (e.g. near a window). • High temperatures (e.g. near a heat source, outside, or in a car during the daytime). • Excessive humidity. • Excessive dust. • Strong...
Page 4 - Nomenclature & Functions
3 q t r e w y u i q Divided Pickup This magnetic type pickup converts vibrationsfrom the bass guitar’s individual strings into anelectrical signal.The pickup is attached to the bass guitar’s body. → page 6 “Attaching the Divided Pickup” w Synth Volume Control Controls the volume of the synthesizer. ...
Page 5 - Parts List
4 ● B1D Main Unit (Divided Pickup + Controller) Parts List Before you install the B1D, please make sure you have all of the parts listed below. ● Direct Bass Guitar Cable ● Clearance Gauge ................. 2 Pieces ● Divided Pickup Attachment Parts • Bracket ................. 1 • Spacer A (Thicknes...
Page 6 - Before You Install; The Bass Guitar
5 ■ Installing on the Bass Guitar Before you install the B1D on your bassguitar, carefully read the advice providedbelow. Select an installation methodwhich is best suited to your bass guitarand playing requirements. ● Select the Method of Installation Three methods for installing the divided pickup...
Page 7 - Attaching the Divided Pickup
6 NG OK OK E A D G B E A D G E A D G C B E A D G C ■ Mark the Installation positionfor the divided Pickup. The divided pickup should be located between therear pickup and bridge so that the cable end of thepickup is oriented toward the lower bass string (thepickup will not function if it is attached...
Page 9 - Attach the Divided Pickup
8 ■ Attach the Divided Pickup (Removable) Fittings Attachment The divided pickup can easily be removed yetpickup height adjustment is still maintained. 1. Apply the base plate’s double-sided adhesive tape, to the underside of the base plate. (Do notremove the backing yet.) 2. Fix the Pickup Attachme...
Page 10 - Double-Sided Adhesive Tape Attachment
9 Double-Sided Adhesive Tape Attachment 2. Determine how many spacers and/or cushions will be needed to attain proper height for thepickup.With the backing still in place, stack spacersA (1mm thick), B (0.3mm thick), and thecushion underneath both ends of pickup (withthe pickup underneath the string...
Page 11 - Screw and Spring Attachment
10 Use the following steps if you need to read-just the pickup height. 1. Determine the number of spacers you need to add or remove. 2. Remove only the pickup from the body. Without applying any excessive force tothe pickup, carefully pry the pickup fromthe spacers by sliding a thin, flat objectunde...
Page 12 - Attach the Controller; Velcro Tape Attachment; Attaching the Controller; Bracket Attachment
11 ■ Decide the position forattaching the controller. Consider the following points carefully whendeciding on the best location to install the controller. • The controller and cable should not hinder perfor- mance. • The controller should not block of hamper access to any of the bass guitar’s contro...
Page 14 - Connections
13 Make sure the power is OFF on all relatedequipment before making any connections.Also, set the amp volume to its lowest setting. 1. Use the direct bass guitar signal cable to connect the bass guitar’s output jack to theB1D’s bass guitar input jack. * Always connect the direct bass guitar signal c...
Page 15 - Guitar/Bass Mode Switch; Load the Bass Preset Program
14 If you are using the Yamaha Guitar MIDI Converter G50, set the following settingson the G50. Also, if you play with your fingers, the pickingfinger may hit the adjacent low string causingunwanted triggering of the lower string (ex. whenyou play the A string, notes on the E string sound),so it is ...
Page 16 - Controller and Switch; Play a synth sound only
15 After connection and setup is finished, try to play your bass guitar. Controller and Switch ● Play a synth sound only • Set the output select switch to the SYNTHposition • Use the VOL knob to control the synthvolume. Turn the knob right to increase thevolume and left to decrease. • The UP/DOWN bu...
Page 17 - Getting the most out of your B1D & G50; What playing style will you use?
16 Please use the following functions to get the most out of your B1D and G50. How can you effectively use the SplitMode functions? As an example, you can play a slap bass tone on thefirst and second strings, and a fingered bass tone onthe third and fourth strings, each style (or string) canbe assig...
Page 18 - Troubleshooting; Low pitches produce no sound.
17 If you think there may be a problem with your B1D and G50, first check the infor-mation below for a possible solution. If that does not solve the problem, contact thenearest Yamaha dealer or the music store where you purchased the device. Troubleshooting Low pitches produce no sound. → Is the GUI...
Page 19 - Specifications; Bass Guitar String Spacing
18 ● Main Function Synthesizer Volume KnobOutput Selector Switch (BASS/MIX/SYNTH)UP/DOWN ButtonsPower IndicatorDivided Pickup (6-string independent)Direct Bass Guitar Input JackB1D Output Jack (Divided Pickup + BassGuitar Signal) ● Package Contents Direct Bass Guitar Cable (1/4" mono phone ←→ mo...
Page 20 - The G50 is a high-performance Guitar MIDI Conver
19 Y A M A H A • G U I T A R • M I D I • C O N V E R T E R Close interaction between Yamahaand some today’s leading artistslead to the development the TRBline. These 4-,5-, and 6-stringbasses reflect the growing needsof today’s discriminating bassists.Each is a statement of qualitycraftsmanship and ...
