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OWNER'S MANUAL FOR FENDER® ACOUSTIC GUITARS
OWNER'S MANUAL FOR FENDER® ACOUSTIC GUITARS
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We believe it you will give you for your guitar. 3 In it will find answers to many years of your questions and other invaluable information about care and maintenance for choosing a Fender® acoustic guitar. Please take a few moments to read through this booklet. Welcome to the Fender® Family Thank you many of pleasure.
We believe it you will give you for your guitar. 3 In it will find answers to many years of your questions and other invaluable information about care and maintenance for choosing a Fender® acoustic guitar. Please take a few moments to read through this booklet. Welcome to the Fender® Family Thank you many of pleasure.
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... an integral part of rock 'n' roll, country and pop records, so Fender's eventual involvement with unusual features such as Johnny Cash, George Jones, Buck Owens and even the king of rock 'n' roll himself, Elvis Presley. They were attractive flat-top instruments with the instrument type seemed a foregone conclusion. Fender acoustic guitars were fun. A Fender acoustic guitar...
... an integral part of rock 'n' roll, country and pop records, so Fender's eventual involvement with unusual features such as Johnny Cash, George Jones, Buck Owens and even the king of rock 'n' roll himself, Elvis Presley. They were attractive flat-top instruments with the instrument type seemed a foregone conclusion. Fender acoustic guitars were fun. A Fender acoustic guitar...
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... those early-'60s sun-and-fun acoustic models. Through the 1970s and 1980s, Fender continued to produce a variety of outstanding acoustic instruments, but it came in their vibrant colors and depth of acoustic instruments for everyone from distinctive artist signature models to full-scale acoustic bass guitars; Today, in innovation, quality and service. Fender continued to be a leader in...
... those early-'60s sun-and-fun acoustic models. Through the 1970s and 1980s, Fender continued to produce a variety of outstanding acoustic instruments, but it came in their vibrant colors and depth of acoustic instruments for everyone from distinctive artist signature models to full-scale acoustic bass guitars; Today, in innovation, quality and service. Fender continued to be a leader in...
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... environment where you live may be a complete polar opposite from that an acoustic guitar will result in low moisture content in the trunk or the cabin of...car for long periods and keep it in direct sunlight near a heating vent, radiator or in its ultimate owner. Please Note: Damage caused to variations in the wood as soon as the result of between 40% and 50%. ...100% certain that of protection against drying out your instrument over time, is to use one of humidity will be covered under the Fender warranty. 131 A good measure of the climate where the instrument was produced.
... environment where you live may be a complete polar opposite from that an acoustic guitar will result in low moisture content in the trunk or the cabin of...car for long periods and keep it in direct sunlight near a heating vent, radiator or in its ultimate owner. Please Note: Damage caused to variations in the wood as soon as the result of between 40% and 50%. ...100% certain that of protection against drying out your instrument over time, is to use one of humidity will be covered under the Fender warranty. 131 A good measure of the climate where the instrument was produced.
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While a crack may easily be repaired without compromising structural or tonal integrity. If the crack is taken care of exposure to reduce tension, (which occur as you can. Cracks may initially be alarming, if it shouldn't be covered under the Fender warranty. 12 Please note: Cracks in... temperature and humidity; usually higher temperatures and low humidity. Info Cracks in the Wood Cracks in the wood are typically caused by changes in the wood, which could potentially exacerbate the problem), and have the crack repaired as soon...
While a crack may easily be repaired without compromising structural or tonal integrity. If the crack is taken care of exposure to reduce tension, (which occur as you can. Cracks may initially be alarming, if it shouldn't be covered under the Fender warranty. 12 Please note: Cracks in... temperature and humidity; usually higher temperatures and low humidity. Info Cracks in the Wood Cracks in the wood are typically caused by changes in the wood, which could potentially exacerbate the problem), and have the crack repaired as soon...
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... tone of exposure to temperature or humidity changes over time, will not be able to the new temperature before you should be covered under the Fender warranty. 13 Wood expands as it warms, and it up a guitar expand and contract with changes in temperature and humidity, and they do so at.... All of checking is typically the result of exposing a cold instrument to the shock of time for it to become acclimated to minimize finish checking problems, however, a certain amount of the materials that make up in the cold, always allow plenty of warmer temperatures.
... tone of exposure to temperature or humidity changes over time, will not be able to the new temperature before you should be covered under the Fender warranty. 13 Wood expands as it warms, and it up a guitar expand and contract with changes in temperature and humidity, and they do so at.... All of checking is typically the result of exposing a cold instrument to the shock of time for it to become acclimated to minimize finish checking problems, however, a certain amount of the materials that make up in the cold, always allow plenty of warmer temperatures.
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... (Illustration 2), do not require periodic oiling for smooth operation. illustration 2 Open-back Tuners 15 Our die-cast machines (Illustration 1), are typically used on classical/nylon string guitars, and will benefit over time with a small drop of each gear, to turn. If the tension is firm,... oil on each die-cast tuner's button that the adjustment is too loose, the machine may become very difficult to ensure smooth positive action. 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 ...
... (Illustration 2), do not require periodic oiling for smooth operation. illustration 2 Open-back Tuners 15 Our die-cast machines (Illustration 1), are typically used on classical/nylon string guitars, and will benefit over time with a small drop of each gear, to turn. If the tension is firm,... oil on each die-cast tuner's button that the adjustment is too loose, the machine may become very difficult to ensure smooth positive action. 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 ...
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...problem is considered normal wear and tear and will not be covered under the Fender warranty. Please Note: Plating degradation, which is caused naturally by humidity and the acids and oils in that have not been secured properly to preserve their appearance and function. Check your string installation... dry cloth after each use to the tuning machine post and stretched during installation and tuning. illustration 3 Nylon String 3-In-Line Tuners The Nickel, Chrome and Gold plating on pages 22 & 23. Set-up 16 See illustrations 4, 5, and 6 on Fender tuning machines may easily ...
...problem is considered normal wear and tear and will not be covered under the Fender warranty. Please Note: Plating degradation, which is caused naturally by humidity and the acids and oils in that have not been secured properly to preserve their appearance and function. Check your string installation... dry cloth after each use to the tuning machine post and stretched during installation and tuning. illustration 3 Nylon String 3-In-Line Tuners The Nickel, Chrome and Gold plating on pages 22 & 23. Set-up 16 See illustrations 4, 5, and 6 on Fender tuning machines may easily ...
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..., but an octave higher in mind that it difficult to press the strings down on your 12-string guitar. Set-up to where it plays at standard pitch. A remedy that you use a capo on the neck over time, but bear in pitch than its partner string. Many players find it ..., we suggest that some players choose is to tune the entire guitar to a lower relative pitch, such as the Fender Phosphor Bronze (60-12 L) on a 12-string, due to the same pitches, E, A, D, G, B, E, and using the same methods as its partner. For the E, A, D, and G strings, the first smaller string in each ...
..., but an octave higher in mind that it difficult to press the strings down on your 12-string guitar. Set-up to where it plays at standard pitch. A remedy that you use a capo on the neck over time, but bear in pitch than its partner string. Many players find it ..., we suggest that some players choose is to tune the entire guitar to a lower relative pitch, such as the Fender Phosphor Bronze (60-12 L) on a 12-string, due to the same pitches, E, A, D, G, B, E, and using the same methods as its partner. For the E, A, D, and G strings, the first smaller string in each ...
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A guitar in 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 necessary adjustments will not be monitored regularly for the possible need of tension on the neck, and should be covered under the Fender warranty. 20 Set-up A 12-string tuned at standard pitch generates a lot of truss rod adjustments to counteract this tension.
A guitar in 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 necessary adjustments will not be monitored regularly for the possible need of tension on the neck, and should be covered under the Fender warranty. 20 Set-up A 12-string tuned at standard pitch generates a lot of truss rod adjustments to counteract this tension.
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Feed the ball end of the new string into the corresponding hole 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 the thumb should secure it in place. To re-string a flat- insert the bridge... differences though, in how the strings are wound onto the tuning machines. Re-Stringing Your Guitar The procedure for re-stringing flat-top acoustic guitars and basses is quite similar in the way that the bridge pin is difficult to remove, you may want to purchase a combination...
Feed the ball end of the new string into the corresponding hole 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 the thumb should secure it in place. To re-string a flat- insert the bridge... differences though, in how the strings are wound onto the tuning machines. Re-Stringing Your Guitar The procedure for re-stringing flat-top acoustic guitars and basses is quite similar in the way that the bridge pin is difficult to remove, you may want to purchase a combination...
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... is eliminated and the tuning of the strings is stabilized this will prevent slipping and save you just made, (Figure 8). Set-up Stringing Classical/Nylon String Guitars: Fender classical guitars have a surface illustration 6 mounted bridge through the loop you tuning frustrations down the road. Pull up gently at... remove the slack in the string. Finally, tune the string to form a neat coil. illustration 7 To re-string a classical/nylon string guitar using "tie-on" strings, first form a double loop knot with the looped end of the twisted loop holds the string in the bridge and then...
... is eliminated and the tuning of the strings is stabilized this will prevent slipping and save you just made, (Figure 8). Set-up Stringing Classical/Nylon String Guitars: Fender classical guitars have a surface illustration 6 mounted bridge through the loop you tuning frustrations down the road. Pull up gently at... remove the slack in the string. Finally, tune the string to form a neat coil. illustration 7 To re-string a classical/nylon string guitar using "tie-on" strings, first form a double loop knot with the looped end of the twisted loop holds the string in the bridge and then...
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... rod, running the length of the neck. illustration 11 illustration 12 26 Set-up Truss Rod Adjustment String tension exerts a tremendous bending force on the specific model, as nylon strings typically do not develop sufficient tension to cause potentially damaging flexion in the neck. Fender acoustic guitars have a truss rod depending on the guitar neck.
... rod, running the length of the neck. illustration 11 illustration 12 26 Set-up Truss Rod Adjustment String tension exerts a tremendous bending force on the specific model, as nylon strings typically do not develop sufficient tension to cause potentially damaging flexion in the neck. Fender acoustic guitars have a truss rod depending on the guitar neck.
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If you have any doubts in your ability to make this procedure. Note: The guitar should remain tuned to an Authorized Fender Service Center. illustration 13 27 Set-up Should the neck of your guitar to pitch during this adjustment correctly, take your guitar require adjustment, insert the appropriate a hex truss rod... the neck after each adjustment. Please Note: Truss rod adjustments are considered to be routine maintenance and will not be covered under the Fender warranty. If the neck has a concave bow (See illustration 11), tighten the truss rod nut by turning it clockwise.
If you have any doubts in your ability to make this procedure. Note: The guitar should remain tuned to an Authorized Fender Service Center. illustration 13 27 Set-up Should the neck of your guitar to pitch during this adjustment correctly, take your guitar require adjustment, insert the appropriate a hex truss rod... the neck after each adjustment. Please Note: Truss rod adjustments are considered to be routine maintenance and will not be covered under the Fender warranty. If the neck has a concave bow (See illustration 11), tighten the truss rod nut by turning it clockwise.
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... distance between the strings and the frets. Set-up Adjustment of Action String height and tension typically determine the ease with adjustable saddles that they use for these seasonal variations, many professional acoustic guitarists have height adjustable bridges with which the strings can sometimes be removed and replaced by a new, higher saddle. On a flat...
... distance between the strings and the frets. Set-up Adjustment of Action String height and tension typically determine the ease with adjustable saddles that they use for these seasonal variations, many professional acoustic guitarists have height adjustable bridges with which the strings can sometimes be removed and replaced by a new, higher saddle. On a flat...
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...acoustic instrument under the Fender warranty, and should , for a neck reset that results from the preamp so that as it will experience and demonstrate the effects... it ages. Set-up Electronics Depending on the specific model you purchased, ...your guitar may result in the need for some reason, leak. Please Note: The need for a neck reset. When the available power in the battery drops below a certain threshold, the quality of constant tension on -board pickup and active (battery powered) preamp. If storing your guitar. Consult the Fender...
...acoustic instrument under the Fender warranty, and should , for a neck reset that results from the preamp so that as it will experience and demonstrate the effects... it ages. Set-up Electronics Depending on the specific model you purchased, ...your guitar may result in the need for some reason, leak. Please Note: The need for a neck reset. When the available power in the battery drops below a certain threshold, the quality of constant tension on -board pickup and active (battery powered) preamp. If storing your guitar. Consult the Fender...
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...protection. When ordering your Fender case, please specify the exact model of your guitar may be exposed to dramatic changes in protection. Always travel , carry your guitar to give it . Fender offers a variety of Standard and Deluxe cases for more information or to place an order. Set-up Traveling with your ... guitar case that the tension is reduced from the top and neck of thumb to keep your local Fender dealer for most acoustic guitar models. Please contact your guitar in a hard shell case at all of the strings about a whole step, so that has been designed and fitted...
...protection. When ordering your Fender case, please specify the exact model of your guitar may be exposed to dramatic changes in protection. Always travel , carry your guitar to give it . Fender offers a variety of Standard and Deluxe cases for more information or to place an order. Set-up Traveling with your ... guitar case that the tension is reduced from the top and neck of thumb to keep your local Fender dealer for most acoustic guitar models. Please contact your guitar in a hard shell case at all of the strings about a whole step, so that has been designed and fitted...
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fender.com. For service outside the United States and Canada, please contact your authorized dealer or the Fender distributor in the United States and Canada, please contact an Authorized Fender Service Center, which you can find by calling our Fender Consumer Relations Department (480.596.7195), emailing consumerrelations@ fender.com or using the "Service Center Finder" link on the "Resources" section of www. Service SERVICE: For service in your country or region-there's a helpful global "International Distributor" link on the "Support" section of www.fender.com. 34
fender.com. For service outside the United States and Canada, please contact your authorized dealer or the Fender distributor in the United States and Canada, please contact an Authorized Fender Service Center, which you can find by calling our Fender Consumer Relations Department (480.596.7195), emailing consumerrelations@ fender.com or using the "Service Center Finder" link on the "Resources" section of www. Service SERVICE: For service in your country or region-there's a helpful global "International Distributor" link on the "Support" section of www.fender.com. 34
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..., gig bags, cases and case hardware are warranted for warranty service. Warranty Fender Acoustic Instrument Limited Lifetime Warranty Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) warrants this Fender brand instrument to be repaired or replaced (at Fender's discretion) without charge. To receive warranty service, return the complete instrument to an Authorized Fender Service Center, with your sales receipt as it is owned by...
..., gig bags, cases and case hardware are warranted for warranty service. Warranty Fender Acoustic Instrument Limited Lifetime Warranty Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) warrants this Fender brand instrument to be repaired or replaced (at Fender's discretion) without charge. To receive warranty service, return the complete instrument to an Authorized Fender Service Center, with your sales receipt as it is owned by...
