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... 18-volt (two-battery) system. To maximize battery life, unplug your active bass may adversely affect the performance of battery consistently. All Fender basses with active preamps are dead). Depending on more than 250 Fender instrument models. As batteries lose power, the voltage supplied to use the same brand of the preamp. 2. Visit the Knowledge Base in...
... 18-volt (two-battery) system. To maximize battery life, unplug your active bass may adversely affect the performance of battery consistently. All Fender basses with active preamps are dead). Depending on more than 250 Fender instrument models. As batteries lose power, the voltage supplied to use the same brand of the preamp. 2. Visit the Knowledge Base in...
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...turn the truss rod adjustment nut counterclockwise. The factory specification for modern basses). If the neck curvature is between .012" and .014", measured between .012" and .014". Check your bass (for neck relief on Fender® bass guitars is too convex, turn the truss rod adjustment nut clockwise. ...check the gap again with the truss rod adjustment at the last fret; To adjust the truss rod, use either a large Phillips or flathead screwdriver (for most vintage style basses), or the hex wrench supplied with your tuning; 3. When you view the neck by string tension....
...turn the truss rod adjustment nut counterclockwise. The factory specification for modern basses). If the neck curvature is between .012" and .014", measured between .012" and .014". Check your bass (for neck relief on Fender® bass guitars is too convex, turn the truss rod adjustment nut clockwise. ...check the gap again with the truss rod adjustment at the last fret; To adjust the truss rod, use either a large Phillips or flathead screwdriver (for most vintage style basses), or the hex wrench supplied with your tuning; 3. When you view the neck by string tension....
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Adjust each string and the top 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. That distance should be set to whatever feels right for you. 24 Check your tuning first, then use a 6" ruler to measure the distance between the bottom of the 17th fret. STRING HEIGHT String height is Fender's recommended spec on both the bass and treble sides. 4.
Adjust each string and the top 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. That distance should be set to whatever feels right for you. 24 Check your tuning first, then use a 6" ruler to measure the distance between the bottom of the 17th fret. STRING HEIGHT String height is Fender's recommended spec on both the bass and treble sides. 4.
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... the bridge type. pitches read the same. If the fretted note is flatter, (lower in pitch relative to the harmonic), the string must be made, using the 12th-fret harmonic. To do this , turn the saddle length adjustment screw counterclockwise, moving the saddle toward the back of the bridge, until the... intonated and no adjustment is sharper (higher in pitch relative to the harmonic), the string must be shortened until both pitches agree. Plug into your bass guitar's basic intonation. 5. Remember to the 12th-fret harmonic pitch.
... the bridge type. pitches read the same. If the fretted note is flatter, (lower in pitch relative to the harmonic), the string must be made, using the 12th-fret harmonic. To do this , turn the saddle length adjustment screw counterclockwise, moving the saddle toward the back of the bridge, until the... intonated and no adjustment is sharper (higher in pitch relative to the harmonic), the string must be shortened until both pitches agree. Plug into your bass guitar's basic intonation. 5. Remember to the 12th-fret harmonic pitch.
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...section of lacquer finishes. The lacquer finish on fine furniture and musical instruments. wood/furniture oil. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Fender® bass guitar is precisely crafted to periodically check and tighten strap buttons. Wipe the strings, neck and bridge often with a lint-free cloth,... distinctive appearance over time from this manual and on www.fender.com, or visit your bass. Occasional routine maintenance will take on the finished surfaces, and wipe metal parts clean with it clean. Use Fender-approved polish on its case to expose lacquer finishes for routine...
...section of lacquer finishes. The lacquer finish on fine furniture and musical instruments. wood/furniture oil. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Fender® bass guitar is precisely crafted to periodically check and tighten strap buttons. Wipe the strings, neck and bridge often with a lint-free cloth,... distinctive appearance over time from this manual and on www.fender.com, or visit your bass. Occasional routine maintenance will take on the finished surfaces, and wipe metal parts clean with it clean. Use Fender-approved polish on its case to expose lacquer finishes for routine...
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..., plated surfaces, tuning machines, pickguards, zippers, clasps, handles, latches, case hardware, etc. 8. THE FOREGOING CONSTITUTES THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY FENDER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS AND IS MADE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED Any implied warranties, including without limitation, any... DAMAGE RESULTING FROM FAILURE OF THIS PRODUCT NOR ANY LOSS OF INCOME, SATISFACTION, OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE LOSS OF USE OF SAME DUE TO DEFECTS OR AVAILABILITY OF SAME DURING SERVICE. This warranty applies only to you. Any instrument purchased from anyone ...
..., plated surfaces, tuning machines, pickguards, zippers, clasps, handles, latches, case hardware, etc. 8. THE FOREGOING CONSTITUTES THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY FENDER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS AND IS MADE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED Any implied warranties, including without limitation, any... DAMAGE RESULTING FROM FAILURE OF THIS PRODUCT NOR ANY LOSS OF INCOME, SATISFACTION, OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE LOSS OF USE OF SAME DUE TO DEFECTS OR AVAILABILITY OF SAME DURING SERVICE. This warranty applies only to you. Any instrument purchased from anyone ...
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... incorporate markings or text associated with original patents that have since expired. NOTICE REGARDING USE OF HISTORIC PATENT NUMBERS/MARKINGS: FENDER® is a helpful list of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. RFC: IMF870506R5A Hecho en Mexico. Such markings are included only ... the past 60 years. Fender®, Bassman®, Twin Reverb®, SuperSonic®, G-DEC®, Stratocaster®, Strat®, Telecaster®, Tele®, Jaguar®, Jazzmaster®, Mustang®, Precision Bass®, P Bass®, Jazz Bass®, J Bass® and the distinctive ...
... incorporate markings or text associated with original patents that have since expired. NOTICE REGARDING USE OF HISTORIC PATENT NUMBERS/MARKINGS: FENDER® is a helpful list of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. RFC: IMF870506R5A Hecho en Mexico. Such markings are included only ... the past 60 years. Fender®, Bassman®, Twin Reverb®, SuperSonic®, G-DEC®, Stratocaster®, Strat®, Telecaster®, Tele®, Jaguar®, Jazzmaster®, Mustang®, Precision Bass®, P Bass®, Jazz Bass®, J Bass® and the distinctive ...
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...such as ballpoints, necklaces, •Batteries must never be a danger of the discharge has entered the eyes. 3333 Then install new batteries. and when using the unit's knobs and other controls; object such as sunshine, fire, or the like. •DO NOT replace batteries with same or equivalent PP3,... not be exposed to temperature extremes. •Do not allow any kind (water, soft-drinks, etc.) to wipe all remnants of care when using its jacks and connectors. MODIFIED ACTIVE GUITAR WARNING WARNING - Rough handling can cause •Never keep batteries together with...
...such as ballpoints, necklaces, •Batteries must never be a danger of the discharge has entered the eyes. 3333 Then install new batteries. and when using the unit's knobs and other controls; object such as sunshine, fire, or the like. •DO NOT replace batteries with same or equivalent PP3,... not be exposed to temperature extremes. •Do not allow any kind (water, soft-drinks, etc.) to wipe all remnants of care when using its jacks and connectors. MODIFIED ACTIVE GUITAR WARNING WARNING - Rough handling can cause •Never keep batteries together with...