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GOLDEN VOICE MANUALMAINTENANCE and PERFORMANCE HINTS
FOOT SWELL PEDAL
By depressing the swell pedal you will increase the volume, gradual operation of this pedalwill enable the player to command a wide range of expression and attack.In order that the motor is not used unnecessarily, avoid use of the swell pedal when notactually playing, remember to bring the swell pedal to minimum or soft position at the endof each performance. Unlike the piano, you cannot obtain volume from an organ manual(or keyboard). Therefore the swell pedal operated with the right foot permits you to changethe volume and give the necessary «light and shade» to your playing in the same way thata singer can vary volume, or an orchestra change the amount of sound it produces.
Speed Regulator
 This switch is marked with the word «Volume». It should be set at maximum for use in largehalls and set to minimum when playing in a small room. The player will readily makeadjustments ot this control to suit the acoustics and circumstances. Remember to applythe foot swell pedal to increase « attack» when the regulator is at minimum setting.It is important to note the following - In order to avoid unnecessary use of the electricmotor, adjust the regulator to minimum at the end of each performance. This will reducewear of the motor's moving parts and eliminate the slight sound of air when the instrumentis switched «on» but not actually playing.
REGISTERS
 The registers of the Golden Voice are all AUTOMATIC.1
 
IMPORTANT. Do not attempt to apply more than one register at the same time. This candamage the intricate mechanism which, although sturdy, cannot be expected to functionefficiently with this type of use.Careful and inspired use of the registers will place at the disposal of the player a very widetonal range and variety. The four RED tabs produce each of the four voices individually. The single BLACK Tab is the «Master» or «full organs» tab. This will enable all
four
voices tosound simultaneously. The WHITE tabs produce selected preset combinations of the four fundamental voices. These magnificent voice cocombinations range from the beautiful and delicate «VoceCeleste» to the rich dignity of the «Chapel organ». The player will soon use the various voicings to suit the mood and character of the musicbeing played. The registers or tabs are the players tone colours and permit personal tasteand imagination to be applied to the performance.
VIBRATO
 The vibrato or tremulo switch when applied, will add warmth and «feeling» to the tone. Itwill add an interesting tone variation to the tone colours in use.
THE PEDALBOARD
 The pedals on the Golden Voice are of necessity shorter than those of a «big» organ. Theyare played with the toe.Use of the pedals will give great depth to the overall sound of the instrument - a richfoundation for sacred or classical music and a rhythmic pattern for music of a lighternature.
NOTE
- An extension to the pedals (clearly shown in the diagram) can be supplied at extracost for players accustomed to traditional pedal technique (heel and toe). This extension2
 
can be easily fitted and is clearly illustrated inthe diagram. The connecting studs marked (
A
) fit into corresponding recesses marked (
B
). The slottedends of the two levers marked (
C
) then fit into the respective plates marked (
D
).
The Pilot Light
When the instrument is switched «on
»
this will light. It is situated on the front panel of theinstrument and is visual reminder that the motor is running and the instrument ready forplaying. It should also act as a reminder to switch «off» when finished playing.Should the lamp tail to work, unscrew the white protection cap (marked A in diagram) andascertain that the lamp (B) is properly inserted. To change lamp, unscrew and replace with new lamp of a similar type.
Care and Cleaning of The Instrument
Always use a soft cloth when cleaning the cabinetry. Modern wax and silicone polish will maintain the high standard of finish to thewoodwork.When moving the Golden Voice, be sure to avoid dragging the instrument. The two special «hand holes» in the back panel enable you to liftthe instrument quite easily. Remember to disconnect the mains plug before moving.
Maintenance Hints
Due to the carefully selected materials and ibe extremely high standards maintainedthroughout production - plus exacting test at all phases of manufacture - defects inmaterials or workmanship are virtually eliminated.A modern, rational approach to the design of the Golden Voice has reduced maintenanceproblems to a minimum level. The following suggestions, easy to understand, you will save both time and money on thefew occasions your Golden Voice will need attention. You will be able to remove suspectcomponents and take or send them to your dealer for his expert attention and will not haveto worry about returning the whole instrument. Always disconnect mains plug beforemaking an adjustment.3
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