This manual introduces the features of the B1D Divided Pickup Unit. It can convert almost any steel stringed bass guitar into a controller for a guitar synthesizer system. It can be used on normal 4-string basses as well as 5-string, and 6-string basses.
The Yamaha B1D Divided Pickup Unit is designed to pick up vibrations from steel-string electric bass guitars and transmit signals to a Yamaha G50 Guitar MIDI Converter. It supports 4-, 5-, and 6-string basses, allowing users to convert their instruments into controllers for guitar synthesizer systems. The unit features one-touch operation to switch between bass synthesizer and bass guitar sounds.
| Compatible String Configurations | 4-string, 5-string, and 6-string basses |
|---|---|
| Incompatible String Types | Nylon string or other non-metallic string bass guitars |
| Pickup Location | Between the bridge and rear pickup |
| Pickup Height from Bridge | 10-20mm (0.39"-0.79") |
| Minimum String Clearance | More than 10-13mm (0.39"-0.51") |
The unit can be used on normal 4-string electric basses, as well as 5-string and 6-string basses.
No, the B1D is designed for use with steel string electric basses and will not function properly with nylon string basses.