Dusty Strings Dusty Harp Pickup Series Installation Instructions

q P10
for 24–30 string harps
q P20
for 32–40 string harps
Thank you for choosing the Dusty Harp Pickup. While these instructions are specific to Dusty Strings harps, the pickups have
been installed in numerous other makes and models with great success. No matter the make of your harp, the Dusty Harp Pickup
will amplify your harp accurately and be very easy to use. Please read these instructions all the way through, and make sure you
understand each step before you start.
Installation Kit Contents and Diagram of Pickup
A. Pickup Element
B. Grommet
C. Pickup Harness
D. Jack
E. Pickup Locating Template
F. Short Clips (P10 - 3, P20 - 4)
G. Tall Clips (P20 – 3)
H. Super Glue
" Wrench
I. ½
J. Jack-Tightening Pin
K. Pressure Stick
Step 1: Prepare the Harp
1. Lay your harp so the soundboard is parallel to the floor, with the sound-
holes facing up (see figure 1). It is important to get the soundboard as
level as you can. Prop your harp up securely, with a carpet or other pad-
ded surface under the pillar and the base.
2. Use a slightly damp rag to wipe any dust or debris off of the inside of the
soundboard and the soundboard lining along the left side of the harp.
This will help to ensure the pickup elements and harness clips adhere
well.
3. For Ravenna models, remove the drop-down leg, if installed
a. Turn the locking knob on the base of the harp counterclockwise and slide the leg part way out of the harp so you can
reach the end cap, stop collar and O-ring through the middle sound hole.
Dusty Harp Pickup
for lever harps
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Installation Instructions

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Figure 1 – Prop up the harp
(see figure 2, next page).
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Tools Required:
• Awl
• Drill
• 1/2 " Brad Point Drill Bit
(available from Dusty Strings)
• Ruler
• Pencil
• Damp Cloth
• Masking Tape