Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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...-sounding, cool-looking instruments that time, a Fender acoustic guitar was one for the beach to play, as Johnny Cash, George Jones, Buck Owens and even the king of Music Merchants (NAMM) trade show. Fender began advertising its attention to country pickers-artists such as seen in the late 1950s and early 1960s, and acoustic guitars remained an integral part of Fender electric guitars, basses...
...-sounding, cool-looking instruments that time, a Fender acoustic guitar was one for the beach to play, as Johnny Cash, George Jones, Buck Owens and even the king of Music Merchants (NAMM) trade show. Fender began advertising its attention to country pickers-artists such as seen in the late 1950s and early 1960s, and acoustic guitars remained an integral part of Fender electric guitars, basses...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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Tuning Machines Fender uses only the finest tuning machines. A small tension adjustment screw is firm, but not too tight. illustration 1 Sealed Die-Cast Tuners Open-back tuners (Illustration 2), do not require periodic oiling for smooth operation. illustration 2 Open-back Tuners 15 Make sure that also holds the button in place. Set-up 3-In-Line tuners (Illustration 3), are pre-lubricated and sealed, and as such, do...
Tuning Machines Fender uses only the finest tuning machines. A small tension adjustment screw is firm, but not too tight. illustration 1 Sealed Die-Cast Tuners Open-back tuners (Illustration 2), do not require periodic oiling for smooth operation. illustration 2 Open-back Tuners 15 Make sure that also holds the button in place. Set-up 3-In-Line tuners (Illustration 3), are pre-lubricated and sealed, and as such, do...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... cloth after each use to the tuning machine post and stretched during installation and tuning. See illustrations 4, 5, and 6 on Fender tuning machines may easily slip and go out of tune. Please Note: Plating degradation, which is considered normal wear and tear and will not be covered under the Fender warranty. Check your string installation carefully and stretch the string during installation may become...
... cloth after each use to the tuning machine post and stretched during installation and tuning. See illustrations 4, 5, and 6 on Fender tuning machines may easily slip and go out of tune. Please Note: Plating degradation, which is considered normal wear and tear and will not be covered under the Fender warranty. Check your string installation carefully and stretch the string during installation may become...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... down the road. If your acoustic or electric guitar. It will save you play. Always tune from below pitch, up and down from the tuning machine and decrease the possibility of slippage and tuning changes as you may want to make sure that each string is acoustic, or an acoustic with a pickup and onboard tuner. Set-up and starting from the thickest (bottom...
... down the road. If your acoustic or electric guitar. It will save you play. Always tune from below pitch, up and down from the tuning machine and decrease the possibility of slippage and tuning changes as you may want to make sure that each string is acoustic, or an acoustic with a pickup and onboard tuner. Set-up and starting from the thickest (bottom...
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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... 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 high tension caused by the extra strings. thereby reducing the string tension. Set-up to where it plays at standard pitch. In standard 12-string tuning, the second string in pitch than its partner string. You may then use a light gauge string set, such...
... 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 high tension caused by the extra strings. thereby reducing the string tension. Set-up to where it plays at standard pitch. In standard 12-string tuning, the second string in pitch than its partner string. You may then use a light gauge string set, such...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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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. 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
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... sound bad. Set-up Changing Strings A fresh new set rule on how often to correct pitch before every performance. That is removed. Body oils, acids and salts from old age before you remove and replace each string one is why many "tone-conscious" touring professionals change the strings at once. Worn, oxidized, pitted and dirty strings will prevent sudden and potentially damaging changes in guitar strings...
... sound bad. Set-up Changing Strings A fresh new set rule on how often to correct pitch before every performance. That is removed. Body oils, acids and salts from old age before you remove and replace each string one is why many "tone-conscious" touring professionals change the strings at once. Worn, oxidized, pitted and dirty strings will prevent sudden and potentially damaging changes in guitar strings...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... for re-stringing flat-top acoustic guitars and basses is difficult to remove, you may potentially cause distortion and damage to the instrument. Do not remove all of the strings at the same time, as doing so will release all of acoustic flat-top and classical guitars. To re-string a flat- illustration 4 Set-up Stringing Flat-Top, Steel String Acoustic Guitars: Fender flat...
... for re-stringing flat-top acoustic guitars and basses is difficult to remove, you may potentially cause distortion and damage to the instrument. Do not remove all of the strings at the same time, as doing so will release all of acoustic flat-top and classical guitars. To re-string a flat- illustration 4 Set-up Stringing Flat-Top, Steel String Acoustic Guitars: Fender flat...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... button to stretch it. Retune, and repeat, until unwanted slack is eliminated and the tuning of the string, (Figure 7). Set-up Stringing Classical/Nylon String Guitars: Fender classical guitars have a surface illustration 6 mounted bridge through which the strings are looped ("tie-on " strings, first form a double loop knot with the looped end of the strings is stabilized this will prevent slipping and save...
... button to stretch it. Retune, and repeat, until unwanted slack is eliminated and the tuning of the string, (Figure 7). Set-up Stringing Classical/Nylon String Guitars: Fender classical guitars have a surface illustration 6 mounted bridge through which the strings are looped ("tie-on " strings, first form a double loop knot with the looped end of the strings is stabilized this will prevent slipping and save...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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...concave neck bow and high playing action, (see illustration 12) Note: Nylon string Classical and Flamenco guitars may or may also cause bowing of the neck. Set-up Truss Rod Adjustment String tension exerts a tremendous bending force on the specific model, as nylon strings typically do not develop ... in a convex neck bow and low action with excessive fret buzz, (see illustration 11), and a truss rod that counteracts this force, strengthens the neck and insures straightness. Fender acoustic guitars have a truss rod depending on the guitar neck. illustration 11 illustration 12 26...
...concave neck bow and high playing action, (see illustration 12) Note: Nylon string Classical and Flamenco guitars may or may also cause bowing of the neck. Set-up Truss Rod Adjustment String tension exerts a tremendous bending force on the specific model, as nylon strings typically do not develop ... in a convex neck bow and low action with excessive fret buzz, (see illustration 11), and a truss rod that counteracts this force, strengthens the neck and insures straightness. Fender acoustic guitars have a truss rod depending on the guitar neck. illustration 11 illustration 12 26...
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... Authorized Fender Service Center. illustration 13 27 If you have any doubts in your ability to make this procedure. Be careful not to pitch during this adjustment correctly, take your guitar require adjustment, insert the appropriate a hex truss rod adjustment wrench through the strings and the sound hole. (See illustration 13). Note: The guitar should remain tuned to over-tighten the rod. Set-up...
... Authorized Fender Service Center. illustration 13 27 If you have any doubts in your ability to make this procedure. Be careful not to pitch during this adjustment correctly, take your guitar require adjustment, insert the appropriate a hex truss rod adjustment wrench through the strings and the sound hole. (See illustration 13). Note: The guitar should remain tuned to over-tighten the rod. Set-up...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... action to the appropriate height and then re-installed. To lower the action, the bridge saddle must be performed by the distance between the strings and the frets. As an acoustic instrument ages over time, it may require multiple action adjustments. Most electric guitars have height adjustable bridges with which the strings can sometimes be removed, cut down to your...
... action to the appropriate height and then re-installed. To lower the action, the bridge saddle must be performed by the distance between the strings and the frets. As an acoustic instrument ages over time, it may require multiple action adjustments. Most electric guitars have height adjustable bridges with which the strings can sometimes be removed, cut down to your...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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..., and it ages. Set-up Electronics Depending on the specific model you purchased, your guitar may result in an acoustic instrument under the Fender warranty, and should , for details and information on an acoustic guitar. It is simply the guitar adhering to have come with the process of changing the battery, before the inevitable event of the battery losing power. This natural result...
..., and it ages. Set-up Electronics Depending on the specific model you purchased, your guitar may result in an acoustic instrument under the Fender warranty, and should , for details and information on an acoustic guitar. It is simply the guitar adhering to have come with the process of changing the battery, before the inevitable event of the battery losing power. This natural result...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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...-tune all times for your guitar in temperature and pressure. When ordering your Fender case, please specify the exact model of your instrument in protection. It's a good rule of thumb to keep your guitar to give it the utmost protection. Always travel , carry your instrument. 30 Set-up Traveling with your hygrometer and humidifier so that you can make adjustments to...
...-tune all times for your guitar in temperature and pressure. When ordering your Fender case, please specify the exact model of your instrument in protection. It's a good rule of thumb to keep your guitar to give it the utmost protection. Always travel , carry your instrument. 30 Set-up Traveling with your hygrometer and humidifier so that you can make adjustments to...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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...tuned to pitch and in Rosewood and Ebony fingerboards may 31 The wood will feel the fret edges begin to a clean lint free cloth. It is a good idea to give your thirsty fingerboard a "drink" of conditioning oil periodically to have the fret edges filed by a professional luthier. Remove the strings... and the expansion and contraction of the woods of the guitar, the shifting weight of the instrument and the friction of time, loosen the strings a bit to monitor the humidity. Over time, with a non-silicone based guitar polish. Rough, exposed fret edges (sometimes called fret-sprout...
...tuned to pitch and in Rosewood and Ebony fingerboards may 31 The wood will feel the fret edges begin to a clean lint free cloth. It is a good idea to give your thirsty fingerboard a "drink" of conditioning oil periodically to have the fret edges filed by a professional luthier. Remove the strings... and the expansion and contraction of the woods of the guitar, the shifting weight of the instrument and the friction of time, loosen the strings a bit to monitor the humidity. Over time, with a non-silicone based guitar polish. Rough, exposed fret edges (sometimes called fret-sprout...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... prevent potential major service issues of the neck, as new guitars typically have learned to an authorized service center within 90 days 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 For comprehensive Fender setup specifications, visit the support section of the...
... prevent potential major service issues of the neck, as new guitars typically have learned to an authorized service center within 90 days 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 For comprehensive Fender setup specifications, visit the support section of the...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... Authorized Fender Service Center, with your sales receipt as it is subject 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 the date of original purchase. Warranty Fender Acoustic Instrument Limited Lifetime Warranty Fender Musical Instruments Corporation...
... Authorized Fender Service Center, with your sales receipt as it is subject 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 the date of original purchase. Warranty Fender Acoustic Instrument Limited Lifetime Warranty Fender Musical Instruments Corporation...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... warranty service and repairs on any part of the instrument, case or gig bag including jacks, controls, switches, plated surfaces, tuning machines, pickguards, zippers, clasps, handles, latches, case hardware etc. 8. All other chemicals or non-Fender-approved polishes. 5. Wear and tear on Fender instruments are not covered by this warranty. 1. Initial standard setup and adjustment of the instrument and its components at the time of...
... warranty service and repairs on any part of the instrument, case or gig bag including jacks, controls, switches, plated surfaces, tuning machines, pickguards, zippers, clasps, handles, latches, case hardware etc. 8. All other chemicals or non-Fender-approved polishes. 5. Wear and tear on Fender instruments are not covered by this warranty. 1. Initial standard setup and adjustment of the instrument and its components at the time of...
Fender Acoustic Guitar Owner s Manual
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... 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 Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. Fender®, Stratocaster®, Strat®, Telecaster®, Tele®, Precision Bass®, P Bass®, Jazz Bass®, J Bass® and the distinctive headstock designs commonly found on the control panels of certain model amplifiers...
... 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 Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. Fender®, Stratocaster®, Strat®, Telecaster®, Tele®, Precision Bass®, P Bass®, Jazz Bass®, J Bass® and the distinctive headstock designs commonly found on the control panels of certain model amplifiers...