General information General information This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual.
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in mate‐ rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided. Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. EUB 500 SB / BK...
Safety instructions Safety instructions DANGER! Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of and are not in the reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the product.
Scope of delivery Scope of delivery Thank you for purchasing the electric upright bass EUB 500 SB / BK. The package includes the following components: 1 × electric upright bass 1 × endpin (pre-assembled) 1 × bridge 1 × frame bracket (In the outer compartment of the transport bag) 1 ×...
Assembly instructions Assembly instructions Overview A (front side) Bridge B (rear side) Endpin Knurled nut Frame bracket Machine heads C (sides) Battery compartment Socket for instrument cable (1/4" jack, mono) Headphones socket (1/4" jack, mono) Preamp switch Indicator LED This LED lights red when the headphones preamp is turned on. [TONE] Use this rotary control to shape the tone (treble, bass).
Thread the longer end of the frame bracket simultaneously into the holder provided on the back of the body. Make sure that the frame bracket sits free of stress on the body and tighten the holder thumbscrew by turning it clockwise. EUB 500 SB / BK...
Assembly instructions 4.3 Mounting the bridge On delivery, the strings of the instrument have minimum string tension between the machine heads and the tailpiece on the fretboard. Do not remove the padding under the tailpiece until the bridge is properly mounted and the strings run correctly in the grooves of the bridge.
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Assembly instructions You can then tune all strings with the machine heads using a tuner device to the cor‐ rect pitch (usually E, A, D and G). EUB 500 SB / BK...
Connections and controls Connections and controls CAUTION! Possible hearing damage Making music for a prolonged period and at high volume can cause hearing damage. Avoid playing the unit at full volume, especially when using head‐ phones. Before connecting amplifier or headphones, the rotary control [VOLUME] must be set to ‘Minimum’...
Use the switch [ON | OFF] to switch the preamp on or off. The red LED lights up when the preamp is on. 5.4 Adjusting Volume and Tone The rotary controls to adjust the volume [VOLUME] and the tone [TONE] (treble, bass) are located at the side of the instrument. EUB 500 SB / BK...
Maintenance Maintenance 6.1 Changing strings Strings are subject to a natural aging process, which is also affected by the frequency of use of the instrument. Changing the strings is recommended if the sound quality of the instrument decreases audibly. Always replace the complete set of strings (strings of 3/4 length) and always go string by string.
Neck material maple, ebony fretboard Pick-up active piezo Operating supply voltage 9 V battery Machine heads single Dimensions (W × H × D) 290 mm × 156 mm × 240 mm Weight 7.7 kg EUB 500 SB / BK...
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equipment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
Cleaning Cleaning Clean the instrument and especially the strings after playing with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth. Stubborn dirt can be removed with a slightly dampened cloth. Never use cleaners containing alcohol or thinner. EUB 500 SB / BK...
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging material For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are fed to a recovery.
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