Instruction Manual for Thomann models including: OTAMATONE, OTAMATONE Classic Synthesiser, Classic Synthesiser

Otamatone Classic - GB - FINAL

Otamatone Classic - GB - FINAL

INSTRUCTION MANUAL - OTAMATONE CLASSIC. Step 1 - Set up the Otamatone for playing. Tab. Test batteries included. Alkaline batteries are recommended.

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL - OTAMATONE CLASSIC

Step 1 - Set up the Otamatone for playing.

How to change batteries:

Required batteries: AAA x 3

Test batteries included. Alkaline batteries are recommended

AAA Batteries
Place three new batteries facing the same way. (+) and (-) sides are indicated inside the box

Open the battery cover with the right size plus (+) screwdriver.
Place new batteries so that the (+) and (-) sides are in the right direction.
Battery Cover
Turn counterclockwise to open. Turn clockwise to close

Attach the cover as shown and push to close.
Tab Tighten the screw.

Change the batteries when the sound is softer and intermittent.
Hint to make the batteries last: Turn the switch off after playing.

Selection of Volume and Octave:

Volume Switch: OFF / Soft / Loud

Choose soft or loud

Octave Switch: Low / Medium / Hi

Set to the desired level.

Step 3 - Let`s make some sounds!

Push Technique:
Push the Stem Switch anywhere! This will make "mmm" sound. Push different places and the sound will change too.

Hint:

Push the Stem Switch with your

index finger and thumb

Slide Technique:
Push and hold the Stem Switch. Slide the fingers up and down. This will make "peooow" sound.

Hint:

Push a bit harder and slide to make sure the sound does not break. After mastering the technique, you can

adjust the pressure.

Change the Octave switch to try a different pitch.

Step 2 - Hold the Otamatone Tail

The Tail swivels
Push this part with your index finger and thumb.

Stem Switch
(Black part)
Mouth

Right hand
Place your index finger and thumb on the raised dots

Left hand
Push raised dots to open the mouth.
Step 4 - Try different techniques!
Vibrato:
A tremulous or pulsating effect produced in an instrumental or vocal tone. Vibrate the Stem while doing the Push technique.

Portamento:
A continous gliding movement from one tone to another. Play songs as you slide your fingers. It sounds like a grass whistle.

Mouth Technique:
While pushing the Stem Switch, open and close the mouth. The sound changes from "woo" to "wah." Repeat this to make "wah wah wah."

Hint:

This will vary the sound. The opening and the closing of the mouth makes everyone happy!

Wah-wah:
A musical special effect to produce voice-like tones. Open and close the mouth while pushing the Stem Switch
For more informations and other Otamatone models, visit the Thomann Website https://www.thomann.de/de/otamatone.html



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