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... now contribute your new Fender® electric instrument. Connect with unlimited musical imagination and creativity. On your sound with us and other Fender players worldwide by an expansive musical future and connected to go. The sound of the Fender online community. Pick up your instrument and let it take you where you , and enjoy your own profile and receive updates on music news, new products...
... now contribute your new Fender® electric instrument. Connect with unlimited musical imagination and creativity. On your sound with us and other Fender players worldwide by an expansive musical future and connected to go. The sound of the Fender online community. Pick up your instrument and let it take you where you , and enjoy your own profile and receive updates on music news, new products...
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... companion Bassman® amp. After the CBS years, the modern-era Fender emerged in 1965, Fender had grown from the instrument- Fender was sold to CBS in the mid 1980s to improved sound and design fueled by Fender designers, or anyone else for electronics. Fender unveiled perhaps the most acclaimed and enduring guitar amp families. Just as the first model in early 1951...
... companion Bassman® amp. After the CBS years, the modern-era Fender emerged in 1965, Fender had grown from the instrument- Fender was sold to CBS in the mid 1980s to improved sound and design fueled by Fender designers, or anyone else for electronics. Fender unveiled perhaps the most acclaimed and enduring guitar amp families. Just as the first model in early 1951...
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For details on the features and specifications of your specific model, visit the Knowledge Base in the Support section of fender.com, where each individual guitar listing has a Specs link that provides complete and comprehensive information. For wiring diagrams, switch/control function diagrams and parts lists for your bass guitar model, visit the Products section of fender.com, where the Service Diagrams link presents detailed information on more than 250 Fender instrument models. Global Headquarters 17600 N. Perimeter...
For details on the features and specifications of your specific model, visit the Knowledge Base in the Support section of fender.com, where each individual guitar listing has a Specs link that provides complete and comprehensive information. For wiring diagrams, switch/control function diagrams and parts lists for your bass guitar model, visit the Products section of fender.com, where the Service Diagrams link presents detailed information on more than 250 Fender instrument models. Global Headquarters 17600 N. Perimeter...
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... to Fender® factory specs, which give you the best possible playing action. Like all instruments made of wood, your instrument's geographic location. The exact condition of its final assembly, we've hand-adjusted it and set it up to different temperatures and humidity levels. This happens naturally with time and with the best materials and craftsmanship. FACTORY SPECS AND SET UP Your guitar...
... to Fender® factory specs, which give you the best possible playing action. Like all instruments made of wood, your instrument's geographic location. The exact condition of its final assembly, we've hand-adjusted it and set it up to different temperatures and humidity levels. This happens naturally with time and with the best materials and craftsmanship. FACTORY SPECS AND SET UP Your guitar...
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... manual describes how to set to exact factory specs. Of course, if you'd rather not adjust it , or to simply customize the instrument to fit your personal preferred playing style. Your guitar is no longer set up, adjust and maintain your guitar so that might have taken place after final assembly but before you . Initial standard setup and adjustment of an instrument and its playing condition...
... manual describes how to set to exact factory specs. Of course, if you'd rather not adjust it , or to simply customize the instrument to fit your personal preferred playing style. Your guitar is no longer set up, adjust and maintain your guitar so that might have taken place after final assembly but before you . Initial standard setup and adjustment of an instrument and its playing condition...
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...and tape measure • Set of Allen wrenches • Phillips head screwdriver • Electronic tuner • Wire cutters • String winder • Light machine oil (3-in top playing shape, follow the five steps presented here. ELECTRIC GUITAR SET-UP Note: The following factory specifications are median specs and are meant only as...To put your technique or playing style. They should not be aware that higher action will make the instrument physically more difficult to play, while lower action may result in excessive fret buzz, depending on your guitar in -1, model train or gun oil)...
...and tape measure • Set of Allen wrenches • Phillips head screwdriver • Electronic tuner • Wire cutters • String winder • Light machine oil (3-in top playing shape, follow the five steps presented here. ELECTRIC GUITAR SET-UP Note: The following factory specifications are median specs and are meant only as...To put your technique or playing style. They should not be aware that higher action will make the instrument physically more difficult to play, while lower action may result in excessive fret buzz, depending on your guitar in -1, model train or gun oil)...
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.... SETTING INTONA Whatever bridge type on your guitar's basic intonation. Intonation, however, is no better, faster or easier way to tell when strings are installed on what Fender® guitar model you have. Double that measurement to the center of the 12th fret (the fret wire itself, not the fingerboard space). Fear not, though-you run your guitar. Adjust the first-string...
.... SETTING INTONA Whatever bridge type on your guitar's basic intonation. Intonation, however, is no better, faster or easier way to tell when strings are installed on what Fender® guitar model you have. Double that measurement to the center of the 12th fret (the fret wire itself, not the fingerboard space). Fear not, though-you run your guitar. Adjust the first-string...
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... (curvature) in playing position, looking up the neck towards the tuners) turn the truss rod adjustment nut counterclockwise. Fender guitars use two kinds of truss rod adjustment mechanisms. One is accessible at the neck TIGHTEN joint and is straight or bowed. For both types, here's what to the first fret; When you would move the second-string saddle back .011...
... (curvature) in playing position, looking up the neck towards the tuners) turn the truss rod adjustment nut counterclockwise. Fender guitars use two kinds of truss rod adjustment mechanisms. One is accessible at the neck TIGHTEN joint and is straight or bowed. For both types, here's what to the first fret; When you would move the second-string saddle back .011...
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..., turn the truss rod adjustment nut clockwise. If the neck curvature is suggested, but string height can double-check your adjustments by sighting down the neck and by measuring the gap again to your guitar to make sure it yourself, you . Check your tuning; the neck curvature is more about personal preference and playing style than a pre-determined spec.
..., turn the truss rod adjustment nut clockwise. If the neck curvature is suggested, but string height can double-check your adjustments by sighting down the neck and by measuring the gap again to your guitar to make sure it yourself, you . Check your tuning; the neck curvature is more about personal preference and playing style than a pre-determined spec.
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... distances are set them correctly, fret all the strings at the last fret and use a 6" ruler to measure the distance from the bottom of the first (high E) and sixth (low E) strings to preference 25 Adjust pickup height as preferred around the measurements indicated, with the pickup selector switch in the middle position and the volume and tone controls at the...
... distances are set them correctly, fret all the strings at the last fret and use a 6" ruler to measure the distance from the bottom of the first (high E) and sixth (low E) strings to preference 25 Adjust pickup height as preferred around the measurements indicated, with the pickup selector switch in the middle position and the volume and tone controls at the...
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... and discoloration are listed here: Keep it looking, sounding and playing great for routine seasonal adjustments. Keep these fingerboards beautiful by some guitar stands and straps), all natural elements of the aging process of which react adversely with it is not covered under the Fender warranty. 27 If your Authorized Fender Service Center for many years. Wipe the strings, neck and...
... and discoloration are listed here: Keep it looking, sounding and playing great for routine seasonal adjustments. Keep these fingerboards beautiful by some guitar stands and straps), all natural elements of the aging process of which react adversely with it is not covered under the Fender warranty. 27 If your Authorized Fender Service Center for many years. Wipe the strings, neck and...
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Defective components that pickups, switches, jacks, controls, all other electronic components, tuning machines, hardware, pickguards, plated surfaces, gig bags, cases and case hardware are not covered by this Fender brand instrument to Fender from an Authorized Fender Service Center for alternative considerations. Damage to finishes or cracks, splitting, or warpage of any kind is any kind. 4. Fender has established a network of lacquer finishes...
Defective components that pickups, switches, jacks, controls, all other electronic components, tuning machines, hardware, pickguards, plated surfaces, gig bags, cases and case hardware are not covered by this Fender brand instrument to Fender from an Authorized Fender Service Center for alternative considerations. Damage to finishes or cracks, splitting, or warpage of any kind is any kind. 4. Fender has established a network of lacquer finishes...
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...may vary from the above in 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. Any instrument, whose serial number is missing, altered or tampered with ...10. Fender Musical Instruments Corp. 17600 N. This warranty applies only to an instrument resulting from customization or modification. 7. Perimeter Drive, Suite 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone: (480) 596-7195 www.fender.com 29 and acids of perspiration, guitar straps, guitar stands/hangers ...
...may vary from the above in 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. Any instrument, whose serial number is missing, altered or tampered with ...10. Fender Musical Instruments Corp. 17600 N. This warranty applies only to an instrument resulting from customization or modification. 7. Perimeter Drive, Suite 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone: (480) 596-7195 www.fender.com 29 and acids of perspiration, guitar straps, guitar stands/hangers ...
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... found on the control panels of certain model amplifiers in FENDER Vintage Modified, Vintage Reissue and Custom lines. registered trademarks of historical accuracy, and are not intended to offer some vintage TELECASTER® guitar bridge plates, and "Design and Circuits Patented" language on these guitars are U.S. Some FENDER products are included only for the sake of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. de...
... found on the control panels of certain model amplifiers in FENDER Vintage Modified, Vintage Reissue and Custom lines. registered trademarks of historical accuracy, and are not intended to offer some vintage TELECASTER® guitar bridge plates, and "Design and Circuits Patented" language on these guitars are U.S. Some FENDER products are included only for the sake of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. de...
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There is a helpful list of fender.com. SERVICE For service in your country or region. 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 the Fender Consumer Relations Department (480) 596-7195 or using the Service and Repairs link on the Support section of international distributors online at fender.com/distributors. 32
There is a helpful list of fender.com. SERVICE For service in your country or region. 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 the Fender Consumer Relations Department (480) 596-7195 or using the Service and Repairs link on the Support section of international distributors online at fender.com/distributors. 32
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... PP3, 9V type battery. •There may explode or leak and cause damage or injury. or liquids of care when using the unit's knobs and other controls; To maintain product safety: Batteries and/or the product in water. •Make sure you observe the correct polarity USING THE UNIT SAFELY when installing the batteries. •Avoid using its jacks and connectors...
... PP3, 9V type battery. •There may explode or leak and cause damage or injury. or liquids of care when using the unit's knobs and other controls; To maintain product safety: Batteries and/or the product in water. •Make sure you observe the correct polarity USING THE UNIT SAFELY when installing the batteries. •Avoid using its jacks and connectors...
Classic Series 50s Stratocaster Service Diagrams
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Pg. 1 of 4 6-18-99 12 18 16 17 1 TONE 10 7 89 7 89 FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER 2 34 2 34 1 TONE FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER 56 56 56 10 2 34 1 VOLUME 10 7 89 13 19 14 10 9 5 7 6 8 4 1 SERIAL NUMBER MN400001 MADE IN MEXICO 50'S STRATOCASTER 0131002 2 3 S T R A T O C A S T E R WITH SYNCHRONIZED TREMOLO CORBoInGoItoNduAyLr
Pg. 1 of 4 6-18-99 12 18 16 17 1 TONE 10 7 89 7 89 FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER 2 34 2 34 1 TONE FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER 56 56 56 10 2 34 1 VOLUME 10 7 89 13 19 14 10 9 5 7 6 8 4 1 SERIAL NUMBER MN400001 MADE IN MEXICO 50'S STRATOCASTER 0131002 2 3 S T R A T O C A S T E R WITH SYNCHRONIZED TREMOLO CORBoInGoItoNduAyLr
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0054172 0054172 0054172 016730 016730 016730 50'S STRATOCASTER 0131002 PICKGUARD ASSEMBLY BLACK WIRE TO SPRING CLAW BLACK WIRE TO OUTPUT JACK GROUND TERMINAL WHITE WIRE TO HOT OF OUTPUT JACK 11 15 BRIDGE ASSEMBLY 18 Pg. 2 of 4 6-18-99 FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER
0054172 0054172 0054172 016730 016730 016730 50'S STRATOCASTER 0131002 PICKGUARD ASSEMBLY BLACK WIRE TO SPRING CLAW BLACK WIRE TO OUTPUT JACK GROUND TERMINAL WHITE WIRE TO HOT OF OUTPUT JACK 11 15 BRIDGE ASSEMBLY 18 Pg. 2 of 4 6-18-99 FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER
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... 0050918000 0015636000 0031643000 0054620000 0053766000 0018531000 0019649002 0015578000 DESCRIPTION Neck, 50's Strat Mpl Tuning Key, 1 Set Bushing Mounting Screw Bone Nut String Retainer Mounting Screw Nut, Truss Rod Adjusting Body, 50's Strat Mex Sld Color Body, 50's Strat Mex SunBurst Neck ... Control, 250K (3) Mounting Nut Lock Washer, Intl Knob, Volume, Strat Aged White Knob, Tone, Strat Aged White (2) Switch, 5 Way Grigsby W/Metal Roller Knob, Aged White Mounting Screw Capacitor, PFF RDL .1uF 200V Output Jack Mounting Nut Lock Washer, Intl Jack Ferrule Mounting Screw Bridge Assembly,...
... 0050918000 0015636000 0031643000 0054620000 0053766000 0018531000 0019649002 0015578000 DESCRIPTION Neck, 50's Strat Mpl Tuning Key, 1 Set Bushing Mounting Screw Bone Nut String Retainer Mounting Screw Nut, Truss Rod Adjusting Body, 50's Strat Mex Sld Color Body, 50's Strat Mex SunBurst Neck ... Control, 250K (3) Mounting Nut Lock Washer, Intl Knob, Volume, Strat Aged White Knob, Tone, Strat Aged White (2) Switch, 5 Way Grigsby W/Metal Roller Knob, Aged White Mounting Screw Capacitor, PFF RDL .1uF 200V Output Jack Mounting Nut Lock Washer, Intl Jack Ferrule Mounting Screw Bridge Assembly,...
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50'S STRATOCASTER 0131002 SWITCH & CONTROL FUNCTION 5 WAY SWITCH POSITION 5 4 3 5 WAY SWITCH 2 1 POSITION NECK PICKUP MIDDLE PICKUP BRIDGE PICKUP PICKUP IS ON PICKUP IS OFF NECK PICKUP MIDDLE PICKUP BRIDGE PICKUP FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER 56 56 56 FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER 1 10 7 89 VOLUME 7 89 7 89 2 34 1 10 TONE 2 34 2 34 1 10 TONE VOLUME CONTROL ALL SWITCH POSITIONS 5 SEE DIAGRAM 4 3 2 1 TONE CONTROL SWITCH POSITIONS, 4 & 5 TONE CONTROL SWITCH POSITIONS, 2, 3 & 4 Pg. 4 of 4 6-18-99
50'S STRATOCASTER 0131002 SWITCH & CONTROL FUNCTION 5 WAY SWITCH POSITION 5 4 3 5 WAY SWITCH 2 1 POSITION NECK PICKUP MIDDLE PICKUP BRIDGE PICKUP PICKUP IS ON PICKUP IS OFF NECK PICKUP MIDDLE PICKUP BRIDGE PICKUP FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER 56 56 56 FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER FENDER 1 10 7 89 VOLUME 7 89 7 89 2 34 1 10 TONE 2 34 2 34 1 10 TONE VOLUME CONTROL ALL SWITCH POSITIONS 5 SEE DIAGRAM 4 3 2 1 TONE CONTROL SWITCH POSITIONS, 4 & 5 TONE CONTROL SWITCH POSITIONS, 2, 3 & 4 Pg. 4 of 4 6-18-99