I Installing / Replacing the Battery

Personal Studio

A single 6F22/6LR61 9-Volt battery is used to power the ST9. Before replacing the battery, switch the power OFF.
* Make sure that the power switch is set to OFF when replacing the battery.
q Turn over the device and remove the battery compartment cover. w Insert an 6F22/6LR61 9-Volt battery. Take careful note of the polarity markings making sure the battery is not inserted with its +/- poles reversed. e Replace the battery compartment cover.
* When battery power becomes low, the sound will become distorted or the reverb will not function properly. When these symptoms appear, replace the battery with a new one as soon as possible. 6F22/6LR61 9-Volt Battery

Owners Manual

Back Side
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Silent Brass Personal Studio ST9. In order to obtain the maximum performance and enjoyment from your ST9, we urge you to read this Owners Manual thoroughly before using. Please keep this Owners Manual in a safe place for later reference.
Your ST9 will give you years of reliable service if you follow the simple rules given below:

I Location

Do not expose it to the following conditions to avoid deformation, discoloration, or more serious 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 vibration.
Battery Compartment Cover

I Nomenclature

w e r y t

I Power Supply

Turn the power switch OFF when not in use.
I Turn Power OFF When Making Connections
To avoid damage to the Personal Studio and other devices to which it is connected (a sound system, for example), turn the power switches of all related devices OFF prior to connecting or disconnecting audio cables.

Strap (Accessory)

I Handling and Transport
Never apply excessive force to the controls, connectors or other parts. Always unplug cables by gripping the plug firmly, not by pulling on the cable. Disconnect all cables before moving the unit. Physical shocks caused by dropping, bumping, or placing heavy objects on the unit can result in scratches and more serious damage. Clean the cabinet and panel with a dry soft cloth. A slightly damp cloth may be used to remove stubborn grime and dirt. Never use cleaners such as alcohol or thinner. Avoid placing vinyl objects on top of the unit (vinyl can stick to and discolor the surface).
q Power Switch (OFF/ON/ECHO) / Indicator This is the devices power switch. When set to the ON position, the power is switched ON and the indicator will light. When set to the ECHO position, the reverb circuit is activated and applied to the signal received from the pickup mute/pickup mic.
* Make sure that the volume is set to its minimum level when operating the power switch.

I Cleaning

w Volume Knob Controls the volume of the signal delivered via the OUTPUT/PHONES jack. e OUTPUT / PHONES Jack Connect a pair of Stereo ear phones (supplied) or headphones (optional) to this jack. It can also be used as an external output jack allowing the ST9 to be connected with a commercially available audio cable (stereo mini phone jack) to an external amplifier/ sound system for sound reproduction, or to a tape deck, etc. for recording. r AUX IN Jack Use a commercially available audio cable (stereo mini phone jack) to connect the output jack of an external device, such as a CD player, etc., to this jack to play along with the external audio source.
* Use the volume control on the external device to control the volume of the external device.
I Electrical Interference
This unit contains digital circuitry and may cause interference if placed too close to radio or television receivers. If this occurs, move it further away from the affected equipment. YAMAHA is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling or operation.

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.
t INPUT Jack Connect a Yamaha Pickup Mute/Pickup Mic to this jack.

* The INPUT jack also supplies power to the pickup mute/pickup mic. Never use any device other than a Yamaha Pickup Mute or Pickup Mic.
2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product
use only high-quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.
y INPUT Select Switch (Lo/Hi) Select the switch position depending upon the requirements of the connected device.
* At first, set the switch to the Lo position and play. If the sound is distorted, please select the Hi position.
3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in
FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class B digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit OFF and ON, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures: Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference. Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s. In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna leadin is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial type cable. If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you cannot locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620 The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.

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I Setup and Use
Stereo Ear Phone (supplied) or Headphones (optional)

PICKUP MUTE / PICKUP MIC

OUTPUT/PHONES

AUX IN INPUT

CD/MD etc.

CANADA

THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS SET OUT IN THE RADIO INTERFERENCE REGULATION OF THE CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS. LE PRESENT APPAREIL NUMERIQUE NEMET PAS DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES DEPASSANT LES LIMITES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE LA CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LE REGLEMENT SUR LE BROUILLAGE RADIOELECTRIQUE EDICTE PAR LE MINISTERE DES COMMUNICATIONS DU CANADA. This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada Music Ltd. Ceci ne sapplique quaux produits distribus par Yamaha Canada Musique Lte.

Disconnecting the cable while the power is ON may result in damage to the unit. The sudden noise may also result in hearing impairments.

I Specifications

Frequency Characteristics: INPUT : 120 Hz to 20 kHz, AUX IN : 160 Hz to 20 kHz Input/Output Levels (0dBm=0.775 Vrms): INPUT : -30dBm, AUX IN : -20dBm, OUTPUT/PHONES : -10dBm Jacks and Terminals: INPUT, AUX IN, OUTPUT/PHONES (all mini jack type) Control : Volume, Input Lo/ Hi, Power OFF/ON/ECHO Power Supply: 6F22/6LR61 9-Volt battery (Operation with Manganese batteries last about 12 hours.) Dimensions (WxDxH): 75 x 70 x 25 mm (2-15/16 x 2-3/4 x 1) Weight: 65g (2.3oz) without batteries Accessories: Stereo Ear Phones, 9-Volt Battery, Strap

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Silent Brass Systems (a set of a module and a mute) For Trumpet, Cornet: For Flugelhorn, Alto Trombone: For Trombone, Bass Trombone: For French Horn: For Euphonium: For Tuba: ST9 Main Unit Specifications Frequency Characteristics: INPUT: 120 Hz to 20 kHz, AUX IN: 160 Hz to 20 kHz Input/Output Levels (0dBm=0.775 Vrms): INPUT: -30dBm, AUX IN: -20dBm, OUTPUT/PHONES: -10dBm Jacks and Terminals: INPUT, AUX IN, OUTPUT/PHONES (all mini jack type) Control: Volume, Input Lo/Hi, Power OFF/ON/ECHO Power Supply: 6F22/6LR61 9-Volt battery (Operation with Manganese batteries last about 12 hours.) Dimensions (WxDxH): 75 x 70 x 25 mm (2-15/16 x 2-3/4 x 1) Weight: 65g (2.3oz) without batteries The Silent Brass System Comes With Pickup mute Personal Studio Special locking cable Belt loop/strap Mini-stereo earphones 9volt Battery Soft shoulder bag (PM2 only) Carrying case (PM1 only)

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The New

Play Whenever You Want, Wherever You Want!
Simply plug the wire from the Pickup Mute into the Personal Studio. Choose whether you want echo or natural sound, plug in the earphones, and you are ready to practice in your own private musical world. The secret of the system, is that you can hear your playing at a normal volumethough others hear only a whisperthus eliminating the resistance from overblowing which characterizes most other practice mutes. The ST9 Personal Studio unit is so small and light that it fits in a shirt pocket, or you can hook it to your belt with the handy strap supplied.

SILENT BRASS SYSTEMS

Silence Has Never Sounded So Good
Private Practice for: Trumpet (Cornet, Piccolo Trumpet) Flugelhorn (Alto Trombone) Trombone / Horn / Euphonium / Tuba
ST5 Digital Effect System for Wind Instruments
This innovative device offers unprecedented tonal variety and expression for all wind instruments. Using powerful digital processors you can twist and shape your tone for unlimited creativity whether in silent practice, the recording studio, or on-stage performance. The ST5 was designed to work especially well with the Silent Brass Pickup Mutes or with Yamahas MC7 microphone (or similar microphones). A range of 32 high-resolution digital effects including reverbs, delays, distortion, pitch change, modulation, dynamics and 4-band EQ can be used up to 6 at a time to alter and enhance your sound. 50 preset effect programs are provided, and memory for 50 user programs lets you store your own creations. The built-in tuner, metronome with rhythm patterns, and phrase sampler, make the ST5 a powerful practice tool. While inputs for external sources such as recordings allow real-time pitch-change so you can play along with any music.
For details please contact:

ST9 Personal Studio

Head Office: EC00J0249 Toyooka Plant: EC00J0045 Saitama Plant: EC99J1065
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http://www.yamaha.co.jp/english/product/winds/

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Silent Brass Systems
Yamaha's Silent Brass System offers the advantage of practicing or playing at times, and in places you couldn't before. And offers privacy for those a bit timid about having others hear their not so perfect notes. Simply plug in earphones to hear yourself in your own personal performance environment. The internal electronics can also enhance the sound digitally, to mimic the acoustics of a larger room. You can play along with your favorite pre-recorded music by plugging in a CD player and use the output jack to connect to an external amplifier or recorder to share your music with others.

Owning the Silent Brass is almost like having your own private practice studioand one that fits in a pocket!
You can practice anytime, even when the rest of your family are sleeping!
Its easy to keep up your chops when traveling. You can practice in your hotel room!
You no longer need worry what others will think of your playingplay with total privacy!

THE PICKUP MUTE

Play high or low, loud or soft, and your pitch will remain true and centered. Silent Brass Pickup Mutes are some of the most in-tune mutes ever made. In addition to the Silent Brass sets, the Pickup Mutes are also available separately.

THE PERSONAL STUDIO

The newly improved ST9 Personal Studio is has been reduced to a size and weight approximately 1/4th that of the previous model. It is a tiny amplifier, small enough to fit into a shirt pocket, which offers a choice of clean or echo enhanced sound. It lets you hear your own playing at the volume you are accustomed to, to prevent any over-blowing. An Aux In is a direct line-in for playing along with CDs or other recordings. The ST9 Personal Studio may also be purchased separately for players who already own a Pickup Mute.
Silent Brass versus Conventional Mutes
Very Quiet Tests were made by 10 different players using a PM-7 mute with pro model Bb trumpet. Samples were taken by a microphone 1 meter in front of the bell, and were played in high, medium, and low ranges. The charts represent an average from the combined data. Accurate Pitch Probably the most revolutionary, and appealing, quality of the Silent Brass is the even and consistent intonation. This chart shows the intonation differences between an open trumpet, shown as 0, and various mutes with no adjustments to the tuning slide.
Power Switch (OFF/ON/ECHO)

100 (Phon) 50

PM1 for Tuba

PM2 for Euphonium

Practice mute Cup mute Straight mute Open (no mute) Silent Brass
PM6 for Flugelhorn, Alto Trombone

PM3 for French Horn

PM5 for Trombone, Bass Trombone The PM1 disassembled for easy storage and portability.

OUTPUT/ PHONES Jack

Silent Brass Straight mute Cup mute Practice mute Open (no mute)
PM9 PM7 For Piccolo for Trumpet, Trumpet Cornet (Pickup Mute only)
AUX IN Jack INPUT Select Switch (Lo/Hi) INPUT Jack

Volume Knob

The above figures are not absolute and results will vary depending upon a combination of many factors (e.g., the physical characteristics of the player, the nature of instrument and mouthpiece used, etc.)

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