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Why?

This universally adjustable thumb rest makes it possible to move the pressure point of the thumb rest from the first phalanx of the thumb to the space between the two joints. The lever momentum is much smaller at this point, so the thumb can support the weight more easily. Much of the energy used for supporting the weight then becomes available for handling the instrument, and can be used to improve control and speed up your playing.

Mounting Instructions

Step 1: Remove Standard Lip

Step 2: Use the existing drilled holes to attach mounting slide (4) with the supplied screws (5) using the two middle holes of the mounting slide.

Step 3: Slide casing (1) over mounting slide.  Always from TOP to BOTTOM.

Step 4: Slide down till index finger and thumb are opposite each other.  If this posture isn't possible by clicking the casing, attach the mounting slide using the two upper or lower holes.

Step 5: The hook (3) has an average mounting position and can be turned and adjusted in height using the two screws (2).

Posture

Wrong Wrong
Thumb to low Hand closed to much
Right Right
Index finger and thumb at
 same height 		Thumb at the right angle

 

 

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