Owners Manual
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If you're playing a 6-string bass, tune the open strings to B, E, A, D, G B E A D G Note: If you press the string too hard, it will simplify many of the following procedures. Pluck either an open string or the 12th fret harmonic*, to produce the clearest tone for the tuner. ... your finger tip, and plucking the string with the other hand.) If you're playing a 4-string bass, tune the open strings to E, A, D, G E A D G If you're playing a 5-string bass, tune the open strings to B, E, A, D, G, C B E A D G C 19 It will choke the string and mute the sound. With a little...
If you're playing a 6-string bass, tune the open strings to B, E, A, D, G B E A D G Note: If you press the string too hard, it will simplify many of the following procedures. Pluck either an open string or the 12th fret harmonic*, to produce the clearest tone for the tuner. ... your finger tip, and plucking the string with the other hand.) If you're playing a 4-string bass, tune the open strings to E, A, D, G E A D G If you're playing a 5-string bass, tune the open strings to B, E, A, D, G, C B E A D G C 19 It will choke the string and mute the sound. With a little...
Owners Manual
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... tug it . Wind the tuning key to tighten the string to pitch while holding the loose end of strings can breathe new life into your bass, and something as simple as you tune to stretch your strings, will determine tuning stability and string tension. It's also a good idea to make sure that... of three winds around it up and down on the string. 1. Figure A Figure B Figure C Make sure that the string does not overlap itself and is wound from the top down to obtain replacement Fender bass strings.) First start by pulling each string is seated properly on the nut with the most acute ...
... tug it . Wind the tuning key to tighten the string to pitch while holding the loose end of strings can breathe new life into your bass, and something as simple as you tune to stretch your strings, will determine tuning stability and string tension. It's also a good idea to make sure that... of three winds around it up and down on the string. 1. Figure A Figure B Figure C Make sure that the string does not overlap itself and is wound from the top down to obtain replacement Fender bass strings.) First start by pulling each string is seated properly on the nut with the most acute ...
Owners Manual
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...turn the truss rod adjustment nut counterclockwise. then check the gap again with your guitar to accommodate the vibrating strings. if you can always take your bass (for neck relief on Fender® bass guitars is between .012" and .014", measured between .012" and .014". 3. An ideally adjusted...your tuning; Then measure from the body end toward the headstock, you are adjusting a four-string bass, fret the "E" string at the 7th fret. When you must remove the strings and loosen the neck mounting screws and/or remove the pickguard to gain access to pitch before ...
...turn the truss rod adjustment nut counterclockwise. then check the gap again with your guitar to accommodate the vibrating strings. if you can always take your bass (for neck relief on Fender® bass guitars is between .012" and .014", measured between .012" and .014". 3. An ideally adjusted...your tuning; Then measure from the body end toward the headstock, you are adjusting a four-string bass, fret the "E" string at the 7th fret. When you must remove the strings and loosen the neck mounting screws and/or remove the pickguard to gain access to pitch before ...
Owners Manual
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4. Adjust each string and the top of the 17th fret. Check your tuning first, then use a 6" ruler to whatever feels right for you. 24 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. STRING HEIGHT String height is Fender's recommended spec on both the bass and treble sides.
4. Adjust each string and the top of the 17th fret. Check your tuning first, then use a 6" ruler to whatever feels right for you. 24 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. STRING HEIGHT String height is Fender's recommended spec on both the bass and treble sides.
Owners Manual
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...length adjustment screw counterclockwise, moving the saddle toward the back of the fretted note agree, the string is properly intonated and no adjustment is flatter, (lower in pitch relative to the harmonic), the string must be made, using the 12th-fret harmonic. 5. If the fretted note is sharper (...same. SET INTONATION You can easily set your tuner and tune a string to stretch and re-tune the string. If the pitch of the harmonic and the pitch of the bridge, until both pitches agree. Plug into your bass guitar's basic intonation. To do this , turn the saddle length ...
...length adjustment screw counterclockwise, moving the saddle toward the back of the fretted note agree, the string is properly intonated and no adjustment is flatter, (lower in pitch relative to the harmonic), the string must be made, using the 12th-fret harmonic. 5. If the fretted note is sharper (...same. SET INTONATION You can easily set your tuner and tune a string to stretch and re-tune the string. If the pitch of the harmonic and the pitch of the bridge, until both pitches agree. Plug into your bass guitar's basic intonation. To do this , turn the saddle length ...
Owners Manual
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... card that checking, shrinkage and discoloration are listed here: Keep it clean. Use a standard Phillips head screwdriver to avoid finish checking. Extremes in unfinished rosewood, ebony and pau ferro...plastics, synthetics and surgical rubber tubing (it's used on some , it . Wipe the strings, neck and bridge often with a soft, dry polishing cloth (visit the Accessories section ...damage your Authorized Fender Service Center for recommendations). And remember-no oil on www.fender.com, or visit your bass. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Fender® bass guitar is precisely crafted to ...
... card that checking, shrinkage and discoloration are listed here: Keep it clean. Use a standard Phillips head screwdriver to avoid finish checking. Extremes in unfinished rosewood, ebony and pau ferro...plastics, synthetics and surgical rubber tubing (it's used on some , it . Wipe the strings, neck and bridge often with a soft, dry polishing cloth (visit the Accessories section ...damage your Authorized Fender Service Center for recommendations). And remember-no oil on www.fender.com, or visit your bass. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Fender® bass guitar is precisely crafted to ...
Owners Manual
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...under this warranty will be the first point of contact when service of the instrument and its components at Fender's discretion) without charge. Initial standard setup and adjustment of any kind. 4. Damage to finishes or cracks, splitting, or warpage of wood due...Remedies beyond factory specifications. Fret wear, saddle wear, nut wear, strings and batteries. 2. Setups, adjustments or routine maintenance of lacquer finishes. 3. LIMITED LIFETIME WARR ANT Y Fender Musical Instruments Corporation warrants this Fender brand instrument to be free from defects in temperature or humidity,...
...under this warranty will be the first point of contact when service of the instrument and its components at Fender's discretion) without charge. Initial standard setup and adjustment of any kind. 4. Damage to finishes or cracks, splitting, or warpage of wood due...Remedies beyond factory specifications. Fret wear, saddle wear, nut wear, strings and batteries. 2. Setups, adjustments or routine maintenance of lacquer finishes. 3. LIMITED LIFETIME WARR ANT Y Fender Musical Instruments Corporation warrants this Fender brand instrument to be free from defects in temperature or humidity,...
American Standard Precision Bass V Five String Service Diagrams
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AMERICAN STANDARD PRECISION BASS® V 2012 (019365XXXX) PARTS LIST REF# DESCRIPTION 1 BODY P-BASS AM STD 3TS 1 BODY P-BASS AM STD OWT 1 BODY P-BASS AM STD BLK 1 BODY P-BASS AM STD COLA 2 NECK ASSY AM STD P-BASS V RW 2 NECK ASSY AM STD P-BASS V MN 3 KEY BASS STD UPG BASS RH CHROME 4 KEY BASS STD UPG BASS LH CHROME 5 STRING GUIDE BASS BARREL ... 0016436049 0031153049 0075124000 0075129000 0075130000 0075136000 0075137000 0076154000 0075394000 0018872049 0075354000 0021422049 0075593049 COPYRIGHT - 2012 - A FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION Page 2 of 5 Mar 9, 2012 - Rev.
AMERICAN STANDARD PRECISION BASS® V 2012 (019365XXXX) PARTS LIST REF# DESCRIPTION 1 BODY P-BASS AM STD 3TS 1 BODY P-BASS AM STD OWT 1 BODY P-BASS AM STD BLK 1 BODY P-BASS AM STD COLA 2 NECK ASSY AM STD P-BASS V RW 2 NECK ASSY AM STD P-BASS V MN 3 KEY BASS STD UPG BASS RH CHROME 4 KEY BASS STD UPG BASS LH CHROME 5 STRING GUIDE BASS BARREL ... 0016436049 0031153049 0075124000 0075129000 0075130000 0075136000 0075137000 0076154000 0075394000 0018872049 0075354000 0021422049 0075593049 COPYRIGHT - 2012 - A FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION Page 2 of 5 Mar 9, 2012 - Rev.
American Standard Precision Bass V Five String Service Diagrams
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FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION Page 3 of 5 Mar 9, 2012 - A AMERICAN STANDARD PRECISION BASS® V 2012 (019365XXXX) PARTS LIST REF# DESCRIPTION 23 WOOD SCREW 4 X 1-1/4 ZA CHROME 24 WEATHER-STRIP 9/16 X 1/2 OP CL NEOP 25 BUTTON STRAP CHROME 26 WOOD SCREW 6 X 1 OHP NI 27 FELT WASHER BLACK 28 FELT WASHER WHITE 29 FERRULE STRING AM SERIES BASS * CASE BASS RH * WRENCH HEX...
FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION Page 3 of 5 Mar 9, 2012 - A AMERICAN STANDARD PRECISION BASS® V 2012 (019365XXXX) PARTS LIST REF# DESCRIPTION 23 WOOD SCREW 4 X 1-1/4 ZA CHROME 24 WEATHER-STRIP 9/16 X 1/2 OP CL NEOP 25 BUTTON STRAP CHROME 26 WOOD SCREW 6 X 1 OHP NI 27 FELT WASHER BLACK 28 FELT WASHER WHITE 29 FERRULE STRING AM SERIES BASS * CASE BASS RH * WRENCH HEX...