Yamaha Silent Brass ST5 User manual

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YAMAHA
Silent Brass ST5
Personal Studio

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Precautions

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Precautions

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Silent Brass Personal Studio ST5.
Used in combination with the Yamaha Pickup Mute, the Yamaha Silent Brass
System offers excellent muting capabilities that keeps sound outside of the system to a
minimum while delivering high quality sound to the performer. Along with its sound
monitoring capabilities, the ST5 also provides effects such as reverb, delay, chorus,
equalizer, pitch shifter, etc., that can be used in a wide range of situations such as private
practice, home concerts, recording and more. Also, the ST5 can be matched and used
with the Yamaha Pickup Mic allowing the system to be used in live performance
situations, etc.
To get the most out of the ST5, we urge you to read this Owner’s Manual
thoroughly and keep it in a safe place for future reference.

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Contents
Introduction ....................................................... 4
Main Features .................................................... 6
Installing Batteries ............................................ 7
●Low Battery Display .............................. 7
Controls and Connections ............................... 8
Display Screen ................................................ 10
Making Connections ....................................... 12
Using the ST5 .................................................. 14
■Getting Sound .......................................... 14
■Selecting another Effect Program ............ 15
●Bypass/Mute ....................................... 15
■Editing an Effect Program ........................ 16
■Saving an Original Program ..................... 19
●Initializing (Factory Default) ................. 20
■Assigning functions to the Value Dial
and +/- buttons ..................................... 21
TUNER Mode ................................................... 22
METRONOME Mode ........................................ 23
EQUALIZER Mode ........................................... 24
AUX KEY Mode ................................................ 25
PHRASE TRAINER Mode ................................ 26
■Recording Procedure ............................... 26
■Playback ................................................... 27
■Re-recording ............................................ 28
Editing Effects ................................................. 29
●DYNA (Dynamics) ............................... 29
●EQ (Equalizer) .................................... 29
●MOD (Modulation) ............................... 30
●D/R (Delay and Reverb) ...................... 31
●NR (Noise Reduction) ......................... 32
●LEVEL ................................................. 32
Troubleshooting .............................................. 33
Preset Program List ........................................ 34
Preset Metronome Patterns ........................... 35
Specifications .................................................. 36

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Main Features
●Silent Brass System expands the sonic
possibilities of brass instruments.
The Silent Brass system consists of a mute, which pos-
sesses excellent silencing capabilities, and the ST5 which
allows monitoring of the audio signal that is received from
the pickup mute with a pair of headphones. The ST5’s
ability to add a variety of effects, plus shape the tonal
quality of the sound received via the pickup enables the
ST5 to deliver expanded sonic capabilities that exceed
current musical genres.
●32 Effect Variations
The ST5 provides a total of 32 different effect types, such
as a 4-band equalizer for precise sound shaping, com-
pressor, limiter, chorus, reverb, delay, pitch shifter which,
allows transposition of the pitch, etc.
●50 Preset Programs and 50 User Programs
The unit also provides 50 different preset programs that
utilize many combinations of the different effects, plus
50 user programs to which original programs can be
saved. The device is capable of producing a wide variety
of sounds that can be used in a variety of situations such
as, private practice, ensemble, recording, etc.
●AUX Key Function
This great practice aid transposes the sound received from
a CD/MD player, etc. connected to the AUX IN jack to a
different key.
●Phrase Trainer Function
This great practice aid allows the repeated playback of a
phrase of up to 16 seconds maximum that has been re-
corded from a CD/MD player, etc., or even your own
instrument. Playback speed can be slowed down without
affecting the pitch to so you can work on phrases that are
hard to hear.
●Some Other Useful Functions
Some other useful functions the ST5 provides are, an auto
tuner function that lets you select the key for your instru-
ment, a metronome for practicing to a tempo, a back lit
display that makes operating the device easier even on a
dark stage, and a large value dial to allow quick settings,
etc.

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Remove the battery cover located on the back side of the
device by sliding it in the direction indicated by the ar-
row.
Insert four AAA alkaline batteries as shown in the illus-
tration. When inserting the batteries, take careful note of
the polarity markings and install properly.
Installing Batteries
●Low Battery Display
When battery power is low, the low battery icon will ap-
pear in the display. When this icon appears, replace the
batteries with a fresh set as soon as possible. A backup
function protects program data and other data (except for
any data that is currently being edited) from loss even if
the batteries are removed.
Battery Cover
* Make sure you remove depleted batteries from the ST5. If
depleted batteries are left in place, damage (leaking batter-
ies, etc.) may result. Also, remove the batteries from the ST5
if the device is not going to be used for an extended period of
time.
Low Battery Icon

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Controls and Connections
qPower Switch (OFF/ON/
Backlight)
This is the devices power switch.
When set to the “ON” position, the
power is switched ON. When set to
the “LCD” position, the display’s
backlight will light.
* When batteries are used, using the
LCD backlight will shorten battery life.
wPower Adaptor Jack
(DC9V)
Connect the supplied power adaptor
(PA-D09) to this jack.
eValue Dial
This dial is used to adjust the master
level, edit effects, and select pro-
grams.
Display (→page ??)
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rOUTPUT/PHONES Jack
This is the device’s output jack. Con-
nect a pair of earphones or head-
phones to this jack. This jack can also
be used as an external output jack to
connect the ST5 with an audio cable
to a sound or recording system for
amplification or recording.
tAUX IN Jack
Connect the output jack of an exter-
nal device such as a CD/MD player,
to this jack via an audio cable (sold
separately) to play along with the
external audio source.
yINPUT Jack
This is the device’s input jack. Con-
nect a Yamaha Pickup Mute or instru-
ment Pickup Mic, etc. to this jack.
* The INPUT Jack also supplies power
to the pickup device. Never use a
pickup device other than a Yamaha
Pickup Mute or Pickup Mic.
u+/- Buttons
This buttons are used to select pro-
grams, edit effects, and adjust the
master level.
* The Value Dial eand +/- button func-
tions can be switched allowing the
Value Dial to select programs or ad-
just the master level. (→page ??)
iInput Level Switch (Lo/Hi)
Select the switch position according
to the output requirements of the
pickup mute or pickup mic.
oEDIT Q[E]/ W[HOLD]
Button
These buttons are used to select the
parameter for editing (→page ??) or
to operate phrase trainer functions
(→page ??).
!0 METRONOME/AUX KEY
Button
This button is used to enter the Met-
ronome mode (→page ??) or AUX
Key mode (→page ??).
!1 PHRASE TRAINER [S]
Button
This button is used to enter the Phrase
Trainer mode (→page ??). It is also
used to begin recording with the
phrase trainer.
!2 BYPASS [L] Button
Press this button to turn all effects off.
It also switches effects ON/OFF
when editing and to playback/pause
the Phrase Trainer.
!3 TUNE Button
Press this button to enter the Tuner
mode (→page ??).
!4 EXIT Button
Press this button to return from the
current mode back to the play mode.

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Display Screen
qEffect Block
Indicates the current ON/OFF status
of individual effect blocks such as
Dynamic, Equalizer, Modulation,
and Delay/Reverb.
wProgram Number Display
Indicates the information for the cur-
rent program (preset/user, program
number).
eTUNE Icon
This icon will blink when in the
Tuner mode
rEqualizer Display
When in the Equalizer mode, or when
the equalizer is set “ON”, this dis-
play will indicate the volume level
for each band (tone frequency). In
other modes it is used to indicate
pitch or beat.
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tEQ (equalizer) Icon
This icon will blink when in the
Equalizer mode.
yValue Display
Numerically indicates the master
level or effector’s parameter value.
(When the master level is displayed
will light.)
uPhrase Trainer Mode Icon
This icon will blink when in the
Phrase Trainer mode.
iAUX Key Mode Icon
This icon will blink when in the AUX
Key mode.
oMetronome Mode Icon
This icon will blink when in the Met-
ronome mode.
!0 Low Battery Icon
Appears when the battery power
level becomes low (→page ??).
!1 Program Name/Effect Type
Display
Displays the program name or effect
type. It also functions as the tuning
meter when in the Tuner Mode. In
other modes it will indicate the sta-
tus of the function.
!2 Edit Mode Icon
This icon will blink when in the Edit
mode.

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Making Connections
Make sure the power is switched OFF on the ST5 and all devices before any connections are made.
Earphone/
Headphone *4
AC Adaptor *3
Input Level Switch
Other Connected Devices
Audio Device Amplifier
CD Player, etc.*2
Pickup Mic (MC7)
Pickup Mute (PM1-9)
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*1 The OUTPUT/PHONES jack is a stereo output. When it is connected with a monaural cable to
an amplifier, etc., the L (left) channel signal will be reproduced.
*2 When an external device, such as a CD/MD player, etc., is connected to the ST5 with an audio
cable, it is possible to play along with the audio from the external device. Use the volume
control on the external device to control its volume level.
*3 When a power adaptor is used, please make sure only the specified power adaptor (PA-DO9) is
used.
*4 Depending upon the type of headphones/earphones used, sound quality may vary.
CAUTION – When connecting the Pickup Mute/Pickup Mic.
• The ST5 is equipped with an input level switch (*5) which allows matching of the input
level with that from a pickup mute or pickup mic. We recommend that the “Lo” setting
be used in conjunction with a pickup mute, while the “Hi” setting be used with a pickup
mic.
• The INPUT jack also supplies power to the pickup device. Never use a pickup device
other than a Yamaha Pickup Mute or Yamaha Pickup Mic.

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Using the ST5
After you have finished making connections, set the
power switch to its “ON” position.
The ST5 is capable of adding a wide variety of effects
to the pickup mute/mic signal received via the ST5’s
INPUT jack. The ST5 also provides programs (50
preset, 50 user) that are made up of various effects
combinations so first, try and experiment with these
programs.
* Make sure the volume is set to its minimum level before op-
erating the power switch.
■Getting Sound
1 Set the power switch to its “ON” position.
The current Effect Program Name and Program Num-
ber will be appear in the display. (This is referred to as
the Play mode.)
2 Play your instrument.
While playing, use the Value Dial to adjust the output
level (Master Level).
* If the sound is distorted, set the Input Level Switch to the
“Hi” position, then try adjusting the Master Level once
again.
Power
Switch
Program Number
Effect Program Name
Value Dial
Master Level

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■Selecting another Effect Program
The ST5 provides a total of 50 preset programs and 50
user programs. The programs contain a mixed variety of
effect combinations that cover a wide variety of musical
genres or situations. First, play and try out some of the
ST5’s sounds.
1 Use the +/- buttons to select a program.
Please refer to page ?? for more information on pro-
gram numbers and names, along with a description of
each of the programs.
The currently selected program group (PRESET/USER) will
appear in the display above the program number.
The +/- buttons can be assigned to adjust the Master Level
also. (→page ??)
* When the ST5 is shipped from the factory, User Program
Numbers 1-50 contain the same data as Preset Program
Numbers 1-50.
●Bypass/Mute
Pressing the BYPASS button bypasses the effect’s cir-
cuit (no effects will be applied to the sound). The effect
chain will blink in the display and “PASS” will appear in
the display. This is a convenient way to compare the dif-
ference between the effect sound and the straight sound.
* Programs cannot be selected while editing an effect or in
the Tuner Mode.
* When the Master Level icon is lit, the Value Dial can be
used to adjust the Master Level.
In the case of a User Program
USER
If you press and hold the BYPASS button for more than one
second, the output signal will be muted (no sound will be
produced). The effect chain will blink rapidly in the display
and “MUTE” will appear in the display. This is a convenient
way to momentarily silence the amplified sound.
To exit the BYPASS/MUTE function, press the BYPASS but-
ton once again or press the EXIT button.
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■Editing an Effect Program
The ST5 offers a total of 32 internal effect types. These effects have been used in the units 50 preset programs with
adjusted parameter values. You can change the settings in these programs to create original programs. Original programs
can be saved in the user program area.
What Programs Consist Of.
The programs use various combinations of the effects in the following six effect blocks.
Select an effect from individual effect blocks and adjust the parameters to shape the manner in which the effect acts.
A total of six effect blocks can be active simultaneously.
Please refer to page ?? for descriptions of individual effect block effect types and their parameters.
Effect Block
COMP
LIMIT
OVDRV
DIST
Assign the effect type and
set its parameters.
Set the equalizer’s
parameters.
CHORS
VIBRT
FLNGR
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Assign the effect type and
set its parameters.
ROOM
HALL
CHRC
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Assign the effect type and
set its parameters.
Set the parameters
that control noise.
Set the volume level
of the program.
Program
Noise
Reduction Level
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DYNA Block
Assign one of the four effect types (Compressor, Limiter, Over-
drive and Distortion). Edit the parameters of the assigned ef-
fect and adjust the amount of effect that is applied to the sound.
EQ Block
This is a four-band equalizer (LOW, L-MID, H-MID, HIGH
and TRIM). Adjust the level of each band’s parameters to set
the overall tone quality.
MOD Block
Assign one of the 12 modulation effect types (Chorus, Vi-
brato, Flanger, etc.). Edit the parameters of the assigned effect
and adjust the amount of effect that is applied to the sound.
D/R Block
Assign one of the nine delay and reverb effect types (Room,
Hall, Church, etc). Edit the parameters of the assigned effect
and adjust the amount of effect that is applied to the sound.
Noise Reduction Block
This effect reduces unwanted “noise”. Adjust the parameter
to set the amount of noise reduction applied to the sound.
Output Level Block
Adjusts the output level for each program.
1 In the Play Mode, use the +/- buttons to
select the program you want to edit.
* What’s the Play Mode? (→page ??.)
2 Press the EDIT Wbutton to enter the Edit
Mode.
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3 Use the EDIT Q/Wbuttons to select the effect
block you want to edit.
Every time one of the EDIT Q/Wbuttons is pressed,
the next effect block according to the order shown in
the illustration below will be selected and its icon will
blink.
To demonstrate, let’s select the D/R (Delay/Reverb)
effect block. Use the EDIT Q/Wbuttons and select D/
R, the D/R icon will blink.
4 Edit the selected effect block.
Use the +/- buttons to select an effect type edit the
parameter from the selected effect. Then use the Value
Dial to set the parameter’s value.
* The parameter cannot be edited if the Effect Block is
switched “OFF”. To switch the Effect Block “ON”, Use the
EDIT Q/Wbuttons to select the effect, then press the BY-
PASS button.
Blinks Blinks
The display when
the effect is OFF.
The display when
the effect is ON.
Value Dial
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Let’s edit a parameter in the D/R (Delay/Reverb) ef-
fect block you selected in the previous operation. Us-
ing the current (ROOM1) effect type, turn the Value
Dial while playing your instrument. Adjust the amount
of reverb applied to the sound.
* For more information on effect types and parameters, re-
fer to page ??.
■Saving an Original Program
Any changes you made to a program you edited are re-
turned to their original, unedited condition when another
program is selected or when the power is switched OFF.
To save the changes you made, save the program to the
User Program (1-50) area.
1 First, give the program a name (up to five
characters in length).
Use the EDIT Q/Wbuttons to select the Program Re-
name display.
2 Use the +/- buttons to move the cursor (the
cursor blinks), then use the Value Dial to
select the character.
Characters available for use are, space, 0-9, A-Z, ”, ’,
*, +, - and /.
3 Use the Wbutton to select the Save display,
then use the Value Dial to assign a Program
Number.
Blinks To cancel the Save operation while underway, press
the EDITQbutton and select another display.
Value Dial
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4 Press the BYPASS button to save the
program. When the save operation is
complete, “COMPL”(complete) will appear in
the display for about one second.
●Initializing (Factory Default)
This operation restores all internal settings to their origi-
nal factory default conditions. All User Program data will
be lost so please use caution.
1 While holding both the TUNE and + buttons,
turn the power ON.
“PLOAD?” will appear in the display asking for your
confirmation.
* When saving an edited program to a User Program Num-
ber, make sure that you have selected a program number
that can be overwritten with new data. Once a program is
overwritten, previous data will be lost so please use cau-
tion.
* Programs cannot be saved to the Preset Program area.
5 Press the EXIT button to return to the Play
mode.
To cancel the initialize operation, press the EXIT but-
ton.
2 Press the BYPASS button to carry out the
initialize operation. The display will indicate
“LOAD”➔“VERI”➔“COMPL”at which point
the initialize operation is complete.