Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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..., and acoustic guitars remained an integral part of rock 'n' roll himself, Elvis Presley. History The History of Music Merchants (NAMM) trade show. After the phenomenal success of Fender electric guitars, basses and amplifiers, beginning in 1963 at the National Association of Fender® Acoustic Guitars ... Fender acoustics were good-sounding, cool-looking instruments that the growing Fender company would turn its acoustic guitar line in the...
..., and acoustic guitars remained an integral part of rock 'n' roll himself, Elvis Presley. History The History of Music Merchants (NAMM) trade show. After the phenomenal success of Fender electric guitars, basses and amplifiers, beginning in 1963 at the National Association of Fender® Acoustic Guitars ... Fender acoustics were good-sounding, cool-looking instruments that the growing Fender company would turn its acoustic guitar line in the...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... smooth operation. Tuning Machines Fender uses only the finest tuning machines. Make sure that also holds the button in place. illustration 2 Open-back Tuners 15 Set-up 3-In-Line tuners (Illustration 3), are pre-lubricated and sealed, and as such, do not have a tension adjustment screw, and will benefit over time with a small drop of lightweight machine oil on classical/nylon string guitars, and will...
... smooth operation. Tuning Machines Fender uses only the finest tuning machines. Make sure that also holds the button in place. illustration 2 Open-back Tuners 15 Set-up 3-In-Line tuners (Illustration 3), are pre-lubricated and sealed, and as such, do not have a tension adjustment screw, and will benefit over time with a small drop of lightweight machine oil on classical/nylon string guitars, and will...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... a soft dry cloth after each use to the tuning machine post and stretched during installation and tuning. Set-up 16 Check your string installation carefully and stretch the string during installation may easily slip and go out of tune. illustration 3 Nylon String 3-In-Line Tuners The Nickel, Chrome and Gold plating on pages 22 & 23. This problem is considered normal wear and tear...
... a soft dry cloth after each use to the tuning machine post and stretched during installation and tuning. Set-up 16 Check your string installation carefully and stretch the string during installation may easily slip and go out of tune. illustration 3 Nylon String 3-In-Line Tuners The Nickel, Chrome and Gold plating on pages 22 & 23. This problem is considered normal wear and tear...
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... and starting from a higher pitch. Set-up Tuning 6-string Guitars Something as simple as how you some tuning frustration down the road. Just grab the string in , activate the tuner, turn the volume up and down from the thickest (bottom) string to the thinnest (top), tune the strings to make sure that each string is acoustic, or an acoustic with a reference tone, you tune to : E, A, D, G, B, E. 17 There...
... and starting from a higher pitch. Set-up Tuning 6-string Guitars Something as simple as how you some tuning frustration down the road. Just grab the string in , activate the tuner, turn the volume up and down from the thickest (bottom) string to the thinnest (top), tune the strings to make sure that each string is acoustic, or an acoustic with a reference tone, you tune to : E, A, D, G, B, E. 17 There...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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Set-up If you do not have an onboard or an electronic tuner, use a guitar pitch pipe, an A-440 tuning fork or some other pitch reference, and begin by: • Tuning the second string, "A" to pitch. • Then, depress the second, or "A" string at the 5th fret, to produce a "D", and tune the "D" string to that same pitch. • Next, depress the D string at the 5th fret, to...
Set-up If you do not have an onboard or an electronic tuner, use a guitar pitch pipe, an A-440 tuning fork or some other pitch reference, and begin by: • Tuning the second string, "A" to pitch. • Then, depress the second, or "A" string at the 5th fret, to produce a "D", and tune the "D" string to that same pitch. • Next, depress the D string at the 5th fret, to...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... same note, but bear in each pair is tuned in pitch than its partner string. You may then use a capo on the first or second fret, to bring it back up Tuning 12-string Guitars Due to the tremendous amount of the instrument. 19 The guitar will certainly be easier to play, and the reduced tension will also sacrifice a bit of the tone...
... same note, but bear in each pair is tuned in pitch than its partner string. You may then use a capo on the first or second fret, to bring it back up Tuning 12-string Guitars Due to the tremendous amount of the instrument. 19 The guitar will certainly be easier to play, and the reduced tension will also sacrifice a bit of the tone...
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Set-up A 12-string tuned at standard pitch generates a lot of tension on the neck, and should be covered under the Fender warranty. 20 A guitar in need of necessary adjustments will not be monitored regularly for the possible need of an adjustment that is ignored may develop permanent problems. (See page 26) Please Note: Warping of the neck caused by the neglect of truss rod adjustments to counteract this tension.
Set-up A 12-string tuned at standard pitch generates a lot of tension on the neck, and should be covered under the Fender warranty. 20 A guitar in need of necessary adjustments will not be monitored regularly for the possible need of an adjustment that is ignored may develop permanent problems. (See page 26) Please Note: Warping of the neck caused by the neglect of truss rod adjustments to counteract this tension.
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... . This will not hold pitch, and simply sound bad. When tuning a brand new string, always bring it up to correct pitch before every performance. Body oils, acids and salts from old age before you remove and replace each string one is removed. Set-up Changing Strings A fresh new set rule on how often to change strings, we recommend that you change them nearly as often...
... . This will not hold pitch, and simply sound bad. When tuning a brand new string, always bring it up to correct pitch before every performance. Body oils, acids and salts from old age before you remove and replace each string one is removed. Set-up Changing Strings A fresh new set rule on how often to change strings, we recommend that you change them nearly as often...
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Please Note: When changing strings, change them one at once from your local Dealer, (Figure 4). If the bridge pin is positioned with the grooved side riding over the string, (Figure 5). insert the bridge pin snugly to keep the string in place. illustration 4 Set-up Stringing Flat-Top, Steel String Acoustic Guitars: Fender flat-top acoustics have a surface mounted pin style bridge with holes...
Please Note: When changing strings, change them one at once from your local Dealer, (Figure 4). If the bridge pin is positioned with the grooved side riding over the string, (Figure 5). insert the bridge pin snugly to keep the string in place. illustration 4 Set-up Stringing Flat-Top, Steel String Acoustic Guitars: Fender flat-top acoustics have a surface mounted pin style bridge with holes...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... of the string to stretch it around the tuning machine post toward the tuning machine button, (Figure 6) Thread the string through the hole in the post and begin winding the button to remove the slack in the bridge and then back and through the loop you tuning frustrations down the road. Set-up Stringing Classical/Nylon String Guitars: Fender classical guitars have a surface...
... of the string to stretch it around the tuning machine post toward the tuning machine button, (Figure 6) Thread the string through the hole in the post and begin winding the button to remove the slack in the bridge and then back and through the loop you tuning frustrations down the road. Set-up Stringing Classical/Nylon String Guitars: Fender classical guitars have a surface...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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Fender acoustic guitars have an adjustable truss rod, running the length of the neck that is too loose will result in a convex neck bow and low action with excessive fret buzz, (see illustration ...playing action, (see illustration 12) Note: Nylon string Classical and Flamenco guitars may or may also cause bowing of the neck. illustration 11 illustration 12 26 Environmental conditions like temperature and humidity may not have a truss rod depending on the guitar neck. Set-up Truss Rod Adjustment String tension exerts a tremendous bending force on the specific model, as nylon strings...
Fender acoustic guitars have an adjustable truss rod, running the length of the neck that is too loose will result in a convex neck bow and low action with excessive fret buzz, (see illustration ...playing action, (see illustration 12) Note: Nylon string Classical and Flamenco guitars may or may also cause bowing of the neck. illustration 11 illustration 12 26 Environmental conditions like temperature and humidity may not have a truss rod depending on the guitar neck. Set-up Truss Rod Adjustment String tension exerts a tremendous bending force on the specific model, as nylon strings...
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Note: The guitar should remain tuned to pitch during this adjustment correctly, take your guitar to an Authorized Fender Service Center. If you have any doubts in your guitar require adjustment, insert the appropriate a hex truss rod adjustment wrench through the strings and the sound hole. (See illustration 13). illustration 13 27 If the neck is humped or has a convex bow (See illustration 12 ), loosen...
Note: The guitar should remain tuned to pitch during this adjustment correctly, take your guitar to an Authorized Fender Service Center. If you have any doubts in your guitar require adjustment, insert the appropriate a hex truss rod adjustment wrench through the strings and the sound hole. (See illustration 13). illustration 13 27 If the neck is humped or has a convex bow (See illustration 12 ), loosen...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... must be performed by an experienced and qualified repairman. 28 On a flat-top or classical guitar, adjustment is determined by a new, higher saddle. Set-up Adjustment of Action String height and tension typically determine the ease with adjustable saddles that they use for winter and summer playing. If the environment where your needs. Please Note: These types of action adjustments on where...
... must be performed by an experienced and qualified repairman. 28 On a flat-top or classical guitar, adjustment is determined by a new, higher saddle. Set-up Adjustment of Action String height and tension typically determine the ease with adjustable saddles that they use for winter and summer playing. If the environment where your needs. Please Note: These types of action adjustments on where...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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Set-up Electronics Depending on the specific model you purchased, your guitar may result in the need for a neck reset that results from the natural aging of time, remove the battery from the preamp so that as it will not be covered under string tension will experience and demonstrate the effects of tension and pressure on the specific preamp in your guitar. As...
Set-up Electronics Depending on the specific model you purchased, your guitar may result in the need for a neck reset that results from the natural aging of time, remove the battery from the preamp so that as it will not be covered under string tension will experience and demonstrate the effects of tension and pressure on the specific preamp in your guitar. As...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... playing it. We recommend that you can make adjustments to the moisture content of your guitar in a hard shell case at all of the strings about a whole step, so that has been designed and fitted exclusively for your guitar to keep your instrument. 30 To help prevent possible damage, de-tune all times for protection. Always travel , carry your local Fender...
... playing it. We recommend that you can make adjustments to the moisture content of your guitar in a hard shell case at all of the strings about a whole step, so that has been designed and fitted exclusively for your guitar to keep your instrument. 30 To help prevent possible damage, de-tune all times for protection. Always travel , carry your local Fender...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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...in, and then wipe to a clean lint free cloth. Remove the strings first; For satin finishes, use , making sure to protrude past the edge of the body and endpin can occur. Over time, with a non-silicone based guitar polish. When not playing the instrument, keep it dries out, but do not...strings, as well as it tuned to have the fret edges filed by a professional luthier. The natural oils in Rosewood and Ebony fingerboards may be necessary to pitch and in temperature and humidity and the expansion and contraction of the woods of the guitar, the shifting weight of the instrument...
...in, and then wipe to a clean lint free cloth. Remove the strings first; For satin finishes, use , making sure to protrude past the edge of the body and endpin can occur. Over time, with a non-silicone based guitar polish. When not playing the instrument, keep it dries out, but do not...strings, as well as it tuned to have the fret edges filed by a professional luthier. The natural oils in Rosewood and Ebony fingerboards may be necessary to pitch and in temperature and humidity and the expansion and contraction of the woods of the guitar, the shifting weight of the instrument...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... the purchase, for an inspection and truss rod adjustment if needed. For comprehensive Fender setup specifications, visit the support section of our Fender website at : (480-596-7195). Care Servicing Your Guitar Many experienced guitar owners have a settling in period where compensating adjustments may be covered under the Fender warranty. 33 If you bring the instrument to your dealer or to your new...
... the purchase, for an inspection and truss rod adjustment if needed. For comprehensive Fender setup specifications, visit the support section of our Fender website at : (480-596-7195). Care Servicing Your Guitar Many experienced guitar owners have a settling in period where compensating adjustments may be covered under the Fender warranty. 33 If you bring the instrument to your dealer or to your new...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... for warranty service. To receive warranty service, return the complete instrument to the limitations set forth herein. Defective components that pickups, switches, jacks, controls, all other electronic components, tuning machines, hardware, pickguards, plated surfaces, gig bags, cases and case hardware are warranted for a period of one (1) year from an Authorized Fender Service Center for warranty service and should be repaired or replaced (at Fender's discretion) without...
... for warranty service. To receive warranty service, return the complete instrument to the limitations set forth herein. Defective components that pickups, switches, jacks, controls, all other electronic components, tuning machines, hardware, pickguards, plated surfaces, gig bags, cases and case hardware are warranted for a period of one (1) year from an Authorized Fender Service Center for warranty service and should be repaired or replaced (at Fender's discretion) without...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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..., moisture, body salts and acids of perspiration, guitar straps, guitar stands/hangers made from anyone other damage and deterioration due to or contact with in any fashion. 10. Any instrument, whose serial number is any service initiated for the purpose of customizing setups or adjustments beyond factory specifications. Fret wear, saddle wear, nut wear, strings and batteries. 3. Finish, checking, shrinking, sinking, discoloration and...
..., moisture, body salts and acids of perspiration, guitar straps, guitar stands/hangers made from anyone other damage and deterioration due to or contact with in any fashion. 10. Any instrument, whose serial number is any service initiated for the purpose of customizing setups or adjustments beyond factory specifications. Fret wear, saddle wear, nut wear, strings and batteries. 3. Finish, checking, shrinking, sinking, discoloration and...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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...control panels of certain model amplifiers in FENDER Vintage Modified, Vintage Reissue and Custom lines. Servicio de Cliente: 001-8665045875 NOTICE REGARDING USE OF HISTORIC PATENT NUMBERS/MARKINGS: FENDER is proud to denote or imply live patents or ongoing patent protection. 38 Warranty Specific examples of such models include patent numbers... on the tremolo plates and decals of the JAGUAR® and JAZZMASTER® guitars, "Pat Pending" on some of the most iconic musical instruments and amplifiers of vintage guitars and amplifiers...
...control panels of certain model amplifiers in FENDER Vintage Modified, Vintage Reissue and Custom lines. Servicio de Cliente: 001-8665045875 NOTICE REGARDING USE OF HISTORIC PATENT NUMBERS/MARKINGS: FENDER is proud to denote or imply live patents or ongoing patent protection. 38 Warranty Specific examples of such models include patent numbers... on the tremolo plates and decals of the JAGUAR® and JAZZMASTER® guitars, "Pat Pending" on some of the most iconic musical instruments and amplifiers of vintage guitars and amplifiers...