Thomann GmbH • Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 • 96138 Burgebrach • www.thomann.de • info@thomann.de DocID: 382447_29.11.2017
A) Where to use the product
• in extremely dusty or dirty areas
• at locations where the unit can become wet
• To prevent damage, never use force when using the pick-up.
• Never immerse the appliance in water. Just wipe it with a clean dry cloth.
Do not use liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners or ammable cleaning
Pick-up for acoustic guitars
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 of these mate-
rials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for
recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
User manual - TrueTone SH-20
This manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device.
Read and follow the safety advice and instructions given. Retain the manual for future
reference. If you pass on the device please include this manual.
• Not suitable for use on guitars with nitro lacquer or shellac. With long-term
mounting on instruments with polyester coating, the lack of light exposure on the
mounting spot can cause discolouration on the instrument.
C) Keep these instructions!
• After reading this manual, retain it for later use.
D) Keep foreign substances from the unit!
• Keep the device away from containers with liquids. Should any liquid get into the
unit, this could lead to its destruction or re.
• Be sure not to let any metal objects into the unit.
• For use in instruments with steel strings
• Can be used in sound holes with diameters from 3.85 to 4.10 inches (9.779 to
1. Orient the pick-up so the cable exits towards the bridge ( ).q
2. Slip the pick-up into the sound hole on the high E string side.
3. Move the pick-up so towards the edge of the sound hole below the low E string that
the edge enters the lateral recess of the pick-up.
4. Align the lateral recess below the high E string also on the edge of the sound hole and
let the edge enter the recess ( ).w
5. Adjust the height on the bass and treble side of the pick-up to taste ( ).e
Tilted mounting for more high string response
Tilted mounting for more bass string response
Aligned mounting for even response
