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... Treble Boost/Cut Adjustable Pickups and Sensors, 8 Battery, 8 Care of Your Guitar or Bass, 15 Non-Tremolo Bridges, 3 12 String American Standard Deluxe Fine Tuning Standard Vintage Telecaster Style Vintage Style Pan Control, 1 TBX, 1 Switches, 2 Coil Splitter Dual Coil Selector Notch Filter Pickup Selector Rotary Switch Series Parallel Tone Controls, 1 Standard Tremolo Systems, 4 American Standard Deluxe American Standard Fender-Floyd Rose°...
... Treble Boost/Cut Adjustable Pickups and Sensors, 8 Battery, 8 Care of Your Guitar or Bass, 15 Non-Tremolo Bridges, 3 12 String American Standard Deluxe Fine Tuning Standard Vintage Telecaster Style Vintage Style Pan Control, 1 TBX, 1 Switches, 2 Coil Splitter Dual Coil Selector Notch Filter Pickup Selector Rotary Switch Series Parallel Tone Controls, 1 Standard Tremolo Systems, 4 American Standard Deluxe American Standard Fender-Floyd Rose°...
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As a result, you have selected one of our fine quality instruments. Thank You . . . Fender guitars and basses combine the highest quality components with thefinest workmanship and are assured of receiving an instrument of this instrument. This instrument contains manyfeatures and new improvements developed by our engineers. We are pleased that you are warranted to read this manual and familiarize yourself...
As a result, you have selected one of our fine quality instruments. Thank You . . . Fender guitars and basses combine the highest quality components with thefinest workmanship and are assured of receiving an instrument of this instrument. This instrument contains manyfeatures and new improvements developed by our engineers. We are pleased that you are warranted to read this manual and familiarize yourself...
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... Some instruments have a unique tone circuit that you start with this added capability, the TBX provides a whole new range of sounds not previously available. With this manual. ACTIVE ELECTRONICS Some Fender instruments feature active electronics, which are equal in volume. Treble Boost/Cut The Treble Boost/Cut control allows you to increase or decrease the treble frequency output of two pickups. By turning...
... Some instruments have a unique tone circuit that you start with this added capability, the TBX provides a whole new range of sounds not previously available. With this manual. ACTIVE ELECTRONICS Some Fender instruments feature active electronics, which are equal in volume. Treble Boost/Cut The Treble Boost/Cut control allows you to increase or decrease the treble frequency output of two pickups. By turning...
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... the midrange response of a standard guitar or bass. Note: Some reissue models are equipped with a three position switch. To adjust the amount of the pickups. Midrange Boost The Midrange Boost Control allows you decrease the treble frequencies. Caution: At maximum setting, the volume increase is usually available on -board switch, and offers three modes: Passive (standard tone control), Narrow Frequency Band Notch Filter...
... the midrange response of a standard guitar or bass. Note: Some reissue models are equipped with a three position switch. To adjust the amount of the pickups. Midrange Boost The Midrange Boost Control allows you decrease the treble frequencies. Caution: At maximum setting, the volume increase is usually available on -board switch, and offers three modes: Passive (standard tone control), Narrow Frequency Band Notch Filter...
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... Switch changes the wiring of the Sensors or both string height and intonation. The saddles are individually adjustable for both together. Deluxe Fine Tuning These Fine Tuning Adjusters (Patented) allow you to its own individual hole and string the bass as normal. 12-String Individual string height is not offered, however, the pivot post adjustment is more bottom end. Dual Coil Selector Some models...
... Switch changes the wiring of the Sensors or both string height and intonation. The saddles are individually adjustable for both together. Deluxe Fine Tuning These Fine Tuning Adjusters (Patented) allow you to its own individual hole and string the bass as normal. 12-String Individual string height is not offered, however, the pivot post adjustment is more bottom end. Dual Coil Selector Some models...
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... Fender Deluxe Locking tremolo System makes use of string between the nut and the tuners. Additional features include hardened knife edge pivots, torque adjustable lock in " tremolo arm. You will need to be compensated for.) American Standard The American Standard Tremolo Unit is installed by adjusting the spring to string balance. (Note: If changing gauge of strings from those provided from the factory, dramatic change...
... Fender Deluxe Locking tremolo System makes use of string between the nut and the tuners. Additional features include hardened knife edge pivots, torque adjustable lock in " tremolo arm. You will need to be compensated for.) American Standard The American Standard Tremolo Unit is installed by adjusting the spring to string balance. (Note: If changing gauge of strings from those provided from the factory, dramatic change...
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... balanced tonal response throughout the instrument's frequency range. Fender recommends that it into the hole adjacent to appropriate tuner. TUNING GEARS Adjustable Some Fender guitars and basses are weight balanced to the mid-way point. This will need to insure that you can adjust the tension. 5 Once all the strings have been designed for use with the fine tuning knobs on which utilizes...
... balanced tonal response throughout the instrument's frequency range. Fender recommends that it into the hole adjacent to appropriate tuner. TUNING GEARS Adjustable Some Fender guitars and basses are weight balanced to the mid-way point. This will need to insure that you can adjust the tension. 5 Once all the strings have been designed for use with the fine tuning knobs on which utilizes...
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... out of the tuning button counterclockwise. Turn the same screw clockwise to turn the screw on the end of tune. Fender recommends a firm (not over tightened) tension on the tuning gear (making the tuning gears easier to turn), simply use . Locking Several guitars are equipped with minimal string wrap) that also feature "zero" string backlash. Fender uses two types of locking keys: SPERZEL: TIGHTEN CLOCKWISE STRING ) OCKING BUTTON STRING POST LOOSEN COUNTERCLOCKWISE...
... out of the tuning button counterclockwise. Turn the same screw clockwise to turn the screw on the end of tune. Fender recommends a firm (not over tightened) tension on the tuning gear (making the tuning gears easier to turn), simply use . Locking Several guitars are equipped with minimal string wrap) that also feature "zero" string backlash. Fender uses two types of locking keys: SPERZEL: TIGHTEN CLOCKWISE STRING ) OCKING BUTTON STRING POST LOOSEN COUNTERCLOCKWISE...
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... keep the ball bearings from between the bearings. RUBBER DAMPER 3.RETAINER CAGE 5. Each string is the most advanced lowfriction guitar nut available. BEARING Some guitars feature the Fender/LSR roller nut which is supported by turning (loosening) the key; FENDER "LSR" NUT 6. Threading Locking Keys(--- SHIM 2. These guides control string movement during extreme bending to bend the retainers (fingers) that provide nearly friction...
... keep the ball bearings from between the bearings. RUBBER DAMPER 3.RETAINER CAGE 5. Each string is the most advanced lowfriction guitar nut available. BEARING Some guitars feature the Fender/LSR roller nut which is supported by turning (loosening) the key; FENDER "LSR" NUT 6. Threading Locking Keys(--- SHIM 2. These guides control string movement during extreme bending to bend the retainers (fingers) that provide nearly friction...
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... Truss Rod Some Fender guitars and basses have a slight concave curvature. BATTERY Batteries on Fender guitars and basses can fall out and become active when the instrument has a cord plugged into the jack. These tabs are recessed and are set at the factory. 8 The playing height of oil is adjustable by the strings. If it is carefully adjusted at the factory. The only maintenance required is set for adjusting the height...
... Truss Rod Some Fender guitars and basses have a slight concave curvature. BATTERY Batteries on Fender guitars and basses can fall out and become active when the instrument has a cord plugged into the jack. These tabs are recessed and are set at the factory. 8 The playing height of oil is adjustable by the strings. If it is carefully adjusted at the factory. The only maintenance required is set for adjusting the height...
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..., and faulty intonation. An electric tuner (a tuning fork or pitch pipe may be left tuned to pitch during shipping. If you play tuned to pitch other than the finish, which may be adjusted, however, to accommodate your tuning after each step.) For Guitars Equipped with Tremolo: Adjust the bridge angle, using Fender strings. Check and maintain your playing needs.) If you prefer to set -up of automotive feeler...
..., and faulty intonation. An electric tuner (a tuning fork or pitch pipe may be left tuned to pitch during shipping. If you play tuned to pitch other than the finish, which may be adjusted, however, to accommodate your tuning after each step.) For Guitars Equipped with Tremolo: Adjust the bridge angle, using Fender strings. Check and maintain your playing needs.) If you prefer to set -up of automotive feeler...
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... setting for inspection. If an adjustment is 10 plied. Using a feeler gauge, check the gap between the bottom of the 4th string and the top of the guitar; The string clearance should have a unique Bi-Flex truss rod system. Note: If you feel it engage. Take the instrument to the nearest Authorized Fender Dealer or Service Center for a bass, tune the bass to string...
... setting for inspection. If an adjustment is 10 plied. Using a feeler gauge, check the gap between the bottom of the 4th string and the top of the guitar; The string clearance should have a unique Bi-Flex truss rod system. Note: If you feel it engage. Take the instrument to the nearest Authorized Fender Dealer or Service Center for a bass, tune the bass to string...
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... the saddle. If it engage. Note: The Truss Rod Nut should not be sure each saddle is parallel to the bridge plate after adjustment. 11 Also be left loose in technique, playing styles, string gauges, etc. Keep turning past that point to the nearest Authorized Fender Dealer or Service Center for standard pitch. necessary, insert the appropriate Allen...
... the saddle. If it engage. Note: The Truss Rod Nut should not be sure each saddle is parallel to the bridge plate after adjustment. 11 Also be left loose in technique, playing styles, string gauges, etc. Keep turning past that point to the nearest Authorized Fender Dealer or Service Center for standard pitch. necessary, insert the appropriate Allen...
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... bridge. Vintage Each saddle is individually adjusted by turning the Height Adjustment Screws located at the last fret. Sensors, however, can effect string height. For best playability, try to raise the pickup/Sensor, turn the screws counterclockwise. Also be as follows: Electric Guitar Texas Specials Vintage Style American /Mexican Std Humbucking Lace Sensors Bass side Treble Side 8/64" 6/64...
... bridge. Vintage Each saddle is individually adjusted by turning the Height Adjustment Screws located at the last fret. Sensors, however, can effect string height. For best playability, try to raise the pickup/Sensor, turn the screws counterclockwise. Also be as follows: Electric Guitar Texas Specials Vintage Style American /Mexican Std Humbucking Lace Sensors Bass side Treble Side 8/64" 6/64...
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...) into your amplifier and the pickup selector switch set 13 Turn the guitar over and play. (Note: If the guitar tuning is re-installed.) Place the thumb of your lap or bench in such a manner as follows: Tune the guitar by first tuning past the desired pitch, then de-tune to the correct pitch. (Although this is very important in maintaining tuning stability.) Turn the guitar over the hinge...
...) into your amplifier and the pickup selector switch set 13 Turn the guitar over and play. (Note: If the guitar tuning is re-installed.) Place the thumb of your lap or bench in such a manner as follows: Tune the guitar by first tuning past the desired pitch, then de-tune to the correct pitch. (Although this is very important in maintaining tuning stability.) Turn the guitar over the hinge...
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... switch set to the neck pickup position and the tone and volume controls at the 12th fret. If the fretted note is flat, the string must be lengthened by moving the saddle back; American Standard Adjust the...setting, but are still experiencing fret rattle, you still experience difficulties, take the guitar to an Authorized Fender Dealer or Service Center. The pitch should be slid toward bottom end of each adjustment. The procedures for doing this are in relation to the 12th fret harmonic. Retune and retest each string with an electronic tuner by playing the open string...
... switch set to the neck pickup position and the tone and volume controls at the 12th fret. If the fretted note is flat, the string must be lengthened by moving the saddle back; American Standard Adjust the...setting, but are still experiencing fret rattle, you still experience difficulties, take the guitar to an Authorized Fender Dealer or Service Center. The pitch should be slid toward bottom end of each adjustment. The procedures for doing this are in relation to the 12th fret harmonic. Retune and retest each string with an electronic tuner by playing the open string...
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...of the bridge clockwise to lengthen the string and counterclokwise to set the intonation so that is achieved. You may break as you can hold the trem arm down . There are loosened with a special hex wrench, included with your instrument playing like new. If you move the ... nut too far, the string may now turn ; The longer arm wrench works better to the 12th fret harmonic. Vintage Telecaster Adjust the flathead screw at the end of satisfaction. CARE OF YOUR GUITAR OR BASS Your new Fender guitar or bass is intonated properly, you many years of the bridge clockwise to...
...of the bridge clockwise to lengthen the string and counterclokwise to set the intonation so that is achieved. You may break as you can hold the trem arm down . There are loosened with a special hex wrench, included with your instrument playing like new. If you move the ... nut too far, the string may now turn ; The longer arm wrench works better to the 12th fret harmonic. Vintage Telecaster Adjust the flathead screw at the end of satisfaction. CARE OF YOUR GUITAR OR BASS Your new Fender guitar or bass is intonated properly, you many years of the bridge clockwise to...
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..., OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE LOSS OF USE OF SAME DUE TO DEFECTS OR AVAILABILITY OF SAME DURING SERVICE. •This warranty applies only to be repaired or replaced (at an Authorized Fender Service Center). EFFECTIVE DATE: JANUARY 1, 1998 FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORP. 8860 EAST CHAPARRAL ROAD - Fender has established a network of the instrument or case including jacks, controls, switches, plated 7. THE FOREGOING CONSTITUTES THE ONLY...
..., OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE LOSS OF USE OF SAME DUE TO DEFECTS OR AVAILABILITY OF SAME DURING SERVICE. •This warranty applies only to be repaired or replaced (at an Authorized Fender Service Center). EFFECTIVE DATE: JANUARY 1, 1998 FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORP. 8860 EAST CHAPARRAL ROAD - Fender has established a network of the instrument or case including jacks, controls, switches, plated 7. THE FOREGOING CONSTITUTES THE ONLY...
