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... mode when the batteries are equipped with active preamps are dead). All Fender basses with switching jacks that active basses without an active/passive switch will drop, resulting in the Support section of www.fender.com, where the service diagrams link presents detailed information on the instrument,...two-battery 18-volt preamps, always replace both systems is plugged into the jack. For basses with active (battery-powered) preamps. As batteries lose power, the voltage supplied to use the same brand of the preamp. unwanted noise that indicate that the batteries must be changed...
... mode when the batteries are equipped with active preamps are dead). All Fender basses with switching jacks that active basses without an active/passive switch will drop, resulting in the Support section of www.fender.com, where the service diagrams link presents detailed information on the instrument,...two-battery 18-volt preamps, always replace both systems is plugged into the jack. For basses with active (battery-powered) preamps. As batteries lose power, the voltage supplied to use the same brand of the preamp. unwanted noise that indicate that the batteries must be changed...
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... measure from the body end toward the headstock, you view the neck by string tension. To adjust the truss rod, use either a large Phillips or flathead screwdriver (for most vintage style basses), or the hex wrench supplied with your tuning; If you meet excessive truss rod resistance or if you're not... fret). If the truss rod needs adjustment, detune the strings first to relieve neck tension, and remember to retune to the first fret. Check your bass (for neck relief on Fender® bass guitars is between .012" and .014", measured between .012" and .014".
... measure from the body end toward the headstock, you view the neck by string tension. To adjust the truss rod, use either a large Phillips or flathead screwdriver (for most vintage style basses), or the hex wrench supplied with your tuning; If you meet excessive truss rod resistance or if you're not... fret). If the truss rod needs adjustment, detune the strings first to relieve neck tension, and remember to retune to the first fret. Check your bass (for neck relief on Fender® bass guitars is between .012" and .014", measured between .012" and .014".
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Adjust each string and the top of the 17th fret. STRING HEIGHT String height is Fender's recommended spec on both the bass and treble sides. That distance should be set to measure the distance between the bottom of each bridge saddle accordingly, and keep in mind that string height can be approximately 6/64", which is more about personal preference and playing style than a pre-determined spec. 4. Check your tuning first, then use a 6" ruler to whatever feels right for you. 24
Adjust each string and the top of the 17th fret. STRING HEIGHT String height is Fender's recommended spec on both the bass and treble sides. That distance should be set to measure the distance between the bottom of each bridge saddle accordingly, and keep in mind that string height can be approximately 6/64", which is more about personal preference and playing style than a pre-determined spec. 4. Check your tuning first, then use a 6" ruler to whatever feels right for you. 24
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Plug into your bass guitar's basic intonation. If the two pitches disagree, an adjustment must be shortened until the harmonic and the fretted pitches read... and the pitch of the fretted note agree, the string is properly intonated and no adjustment is flatter, (lower in pitch relative to pitch using either a Phillips screwdriver or a hex wrench, depending on the bridge type. If the fretted note is necessary. To do this , turn... pitch. 5. SET INTONATION You can easily set your tuner and tune a string to the harmonic), the string must be made, using the 12th-fret harmonic.
Plug into your bass guitar's basic intonation. If the two pitches disagree, an adjustment must be shortened until the harmonic and the fretted pitches read... and the pitch of the fretted note agree, the string is properly intonated and no adjustment is flatter, (lower in pitch relative to pitch using either a Phillips screwdriver or a hex wrench, depending on the bridge type. If the fretted note is necessary. To do this , turn... pitch. 5. SET INTONATION You can easily set your tuner and tune a string to the harmonic), the string must be made, using the 12th-fret harmonic.
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... to minimize damage, and let a cold instrument warm up and adjust. The lacquer finish on your bass has a lacquer finish, do loosen sometimes. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Fender® bass guitar is precisely crafted to avoid finish checking. Use a standard Phillips head screwdriver to plastics, synthetics and surgical rubber tubing (it is a natural wood finish long...
... to minimize damage, and let a cold instrument warm up and adjust. The lacquer finish on your bass has a lacquer finish, do loosen sometimes. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Fender® bass guitar is precisely crafted to avoid finish checking. Use a standard Phillips head screwdriver to plastics, synthetics and surgical rubber tubing (it is a natural wood finish long...
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...to you. All other damage and deterioration due to the duration of this limited warranty. THE FOREGOING CONSTITUTES THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY FENDER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS AND IS MADE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED Any implied warranties, including without ... ANY LOSS OF INCOME, SATISFACTION, OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE LOSS OF USE OF SAME DUE TO DEFECTS OR AVAILABILITY OF SAME DURING SERVICE. Warranties outside these countries are as defined by the authorized Fender Distributor for any particular purpose, imposed under state law are limited to normal...
...to you. All other damage and deterioration due to the duration of this limited warranty. THE FOREGOING CONSTITUTES THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY FENDER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS AND IS MADE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED Any implied warranties, including without ... ANY LOSS OF INCOME, SATISFACTION, OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE LOSS OF USE OF SAME DUE TO DEFECTS OR AVAILABILITY OF SAME DURING SERVICE. Warranties outside these countries are as defined by the authorized Fender Distributor for any particular purpose, imposed under state law are limited to normal...
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...# 132, Col. For service in your country or region. NOTICE REGARDING USE OF HISTORIC PATENT NUMBERS/MARKINGS: FENDER® is a helpful list of international distributors online at fender.com/distributors. Specific examples of such models include patent numbers on the tremolo... or reissues of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. Fender®, Bassman®, Twin Reverb®, SuperSonic®, G-DEC®, Stratocaster®, Strat®, Telecaster®, Tele®, Jaguar®, Jazzmaster®, Mustang®, Precision Bass®, P Bass®, Jazz Bass®, J Bass® and the...
...# 132, Col. For service in your country or region. NOTICE REGARDING USE OF HISTORIC PATENT NUMBERS/MARKINGS: FENDER® is a helpful list of international distributors online at fender.com/distributors. Specific examples of such models include patent numbers on the tremolo... or reissues of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. Fender®, Bassman®, Twin Reverb®, SuperSonic®, G-DEC®, Stratocaster®, Strat®, Telecaster®, Tele®, Jaguar®, Jazzmaster®, Mustang®, Precision Bass®, P Bass®, Jazz Bass®, J Bass® and the...
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... the discharge from the battery compartment. thrown in which they are installed, shall not be heated, taken apart, or hairpins, etc. and when using new batteries mixed with same or equivalent PP3, 9V type battery. •There may explode or leak and cause damage or injury. Immediately rinse ...of the skin, make sure that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it near your hands or skin. •Use a reasonable amount of fire or explosion if the battery is no longer lit. Replace the Batteries as soon as ballpoints, necklaces, •Batteries ...
... the discharge from the battery compartment. thrown in which they are installed, shall not be heated, taken apart, or hairpins, etc. and when using new batteries mixed with same or equivalent PP3, 9V type battery. •There may explode or leak and cause damage or injury. Immediately rinse ...of the skin, make sure that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it near your hands or skin. •Use a reasonable amount of fire or explosion if the battery is no longer lit. Replace the Batteries as soon as ballpoints, necklaces, •Batteries ...