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...Fender engineers. As a result, you are pleased that you complete satisfaction. Thank You • • • We are assured of receiving an instrument of superior quality, lasting beauty and exceptional playability. This instrument combines the highest quality components with the many new features and capabilities of this manual... and familiarize yourself with thefinest American workmanship and is warranted to read this instrument. The Eric Clapton Signature Model. We urge you to take the time to give you...
...Fender engineers. As a result, you are pleased that you complete satisfaction. Thank You • • • We are assured of receiving an instrument of superior quality, lasting beauty and exceptional playability. This instrument combines the highest quality components with the many new features and capabilities of this manual... and familiarize yourself with thefinest American workmanship and is warranted to read this instrument. The Eric Clapton Signature Model. We urge you to take the time to give you...
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Adjustable 3 Fender-Lace Golden Strat Sensors Pickups Nut Cydovac Keys Active Electronics Vintage 25 dB midrange boost circuit Switches 5-position pickup selector switch Controls Master Volume Master '1BX Master Midrange Boost Tremolo Vintage (Hard-Tailed with a removable block) Scale Length 25.5" (647.7 mm) Fretboard Maple Radius 9.5" (241.3 mm) Frets 22, vintage Output Jack Body/Top
Adjustable 3 Fender-Lace Golden Strat Sensors Pickups Nut Cydovac Keys Active Electronics Vintage 25 dB midrange boost circuit Switches 5-position pickup selector switch Controls Master Volume Master '1BX Master Midrange Boost Tremolo Vintage (Hard-Tailed with a removable block) Scale Length 25.5" (647.7 mm) Fretboard Maple Radius 9.5" (241.3 mm) Frets 22, vintage Output Jack Body/Top
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... the detent position gradually filters off high frequencies, moving the sound from bright to more powerful than that features Fender's TBX Tone Control (Patent Pending). Caution: At maximum setting, the volume increase is about +11dB. TBX CONTROL The Clapton Signature Model guitar has a unique tone circuit that of a standard guitar by actually shifting the 3 The...
... the detent position gradually filters off high frequencies, moving the sound from bright to more powerful than that features Fender's TBX Tone Control (Patent Pending). Caution: At maximum setting, the volume increase is about +11dB. TBX CONTROL The Clapton Signature Model guitar has a unique tone circuit that of a standard guitar by actually shifting the 3 The...
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...Put the Volume Control on about 5 or 6, and adjust your amplifier for a clean sound. If the guitar sounds distorted, it is not being drained only when there is a cord plugged into the input jack. VINTAGE TREMOLO The Clapton model is being played. Note: The battery is equipped with Phillips head... this added capability, the TBX provides a whole new range of the pickup. This is weak and needs to be changed. BATTERY REPLACEMENT The electronic circuit is a floating, fulcrum style tremolo, which utilizes six screws as pivot posts. frequency response of sounds not previously available.
...Put the Volume Control on about 5 or 6, and adjust your amplifier for a clean sound. If the guitar sounds distorted, it is not being drained only when there is a cord plugged into the input jack. VINTAGE TREMOLO The Clapton model is being played. Note: The battery is equipped with Phillips head... this added capability, the TBX provides a whole new range of the pickup. This is weak and needs to be changed. BATTERY REPLACEMENT The electronic circuit is a floating, fulcrum style tremolo, which utilizes six screws as pivot posts. frequency response of sounds not previously available.
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To use the tremolo, remove the wooden block inserted between the body cavity and the spring block. They are described in detail on page 8). Once the tremolo arm has been installed, it should not be lost. The saddles are individually adjustable for both string height and intonation. (These ...adjustments are weight balanced to string balance (as you may snap the arm off in the block. The tremolo arm is installed by adjusting the spring to provide optimum sound transfer. Do not over tighten, as described on pages 7 and 11, respectively). These, coupled...
To use the tremolo, remove the wooden block inserted between the body cavity and the spring block. They are described in detail on page 8). Once the tremolo arm has been installed, it should not be lost. The saddles are individually adjustable for both string height and intonation. (These ...adjustments are weight balanced to string balance (as you may snap the arm off in the block. The tremolo arm is installed by adjusting the spring to provide optimum sound transfer. Do not over tighten, as described on pages 7 and 11, respectively). These, coupled...
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... the stress placed on it becomes necessary, the following procedure outlines the standards set for optimum action and playability with 1/64" increments) 1- Adjust Neck Curvature (Truss Rod) Each Fender guitar is carefully adjusted at the factory. If it by the strings. The... unique Bi-Flex Truss Rod allows adjustment 6 TRUSS ROD, AC11ON, AND INTONATION ADJUSTMENTS Because of travel effects, changes in string gauges, climatic conditions, and...
... the stress placed on it becomes necessary, the following procedure outlines the standards set for optimum action and playability with 1/64" increments) 1- Adjust Neck Curvature (Truss Rod) Each Fender guitar is carefully adjusted at the factory. If it by the strings. The... unique Bi-Flex Truss Rod allows adjustment 6 TRUSS ROD, AC11ON, AND INTONATION ADJUSTMENTS Because of travel effects, changes in string gauges, climatic conditions, and...
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.... If it engage in the hex socket. Install a capo at the first fret, and depress the 6th string at least a quarter turn. 3. To check the truss rod setting, tune the guitar to the nearest authorized Fender dealer or service center for standard pitch. Caution: DO NOT continue... adjusting:1) If extreme resistance is felt while adjusting in two directions-convex and concave. Using a feeler gauge, check the gap between...
.... If it engage in the hex socket. Install a capo at the first fret, and depress the 6th string at least a quarter turn. 3. To check the truss rod setting, tune the guitar to the nearest authorized Fender dealer or service center for standard pitch. Caution: DO NOT continue... adjusting:1) If extreme resistance is felt while adjusting in two directions-convex and concave. Using a feeler gauge, check the gap between...
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... saddle. If the bridge raises and fails to the bridge sustain block. Be sure both height adjustment screws of each saddle is individually adjusted by using the two alien socket screws located on the top of the springs (3 to 5) attached while the other end is attached to trap the block, tighten... between the bridge and the body. Strings1-4: 5/64" (2mm) ± 1/64" (.4mm) Strings 5-6: 3/32" (2.4mm) ± 1/64" (.4mm) The above dimensions are the factory recommended settings only.
... saddle. If the bridge raises and fails to the bridge sustain block. Be sure both height adjustment screws of each saddle is individually adjusted by using the two alien socket screws located on the top of the springs (3 to 5) attached while the other end is attached to trap the block, tighten... between the bridge and the body. Strings1-4: 5/64" (2mm) ± 1/64" (.4mm) Strings 5-6: 3/32" (2.4mm) ± 1/64" (.4mm) The above dimensions are the factory recommended settings only.
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...the 1st and 6th strings to the strings. Set Pickup Height (Fender-Lace Sensors) The Golden Strat Sensors (Pat. Adjustments are often obtained by setting the Sensor closer to the top of the sensors. The measurements (set at the highest fret. Using your bridge and return the bridge to lower...the claw, counterclockwise, until the strings return to raise the pickup, turn the 9 The pitch of the low magnetic pull on the Clapton Signature models are adjusted in the following manner: to pitch. to the proper balance point. 5. Now remove the spacer block by turning the ...
...the 1st and 6th strings to the strings. Set Pickup Height (Fender-Lace Sensors) The Golden Strat Sensors (Pat. Adjustments are often obtained by setting the Sensor closer to the top of the sensors. The measurements (set at the highest fret. Using your bridge and return the bridge to lower...the claw, counterclockwise, until the strings return to raise the pickup, turn the 9 The pitch of the low magnetic pull on the Clapton Signature models are adjusted in the following manner: to pitch. to the proper balance point. 5. Now remove the spacer block by turning the ...
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... 12th, 15th and 17th frets. The string is no string rattle for Fret Rattles With the instrument plugged into your amplifier and the pickup selector switch set to differences in pitch at the last fret on the strings. Note: Contrary to the magnetic pull on the fingerboard....fret rattle, you may rattle when another player plays the instrument. Check for one whole tone in playing styles and picking techniques, action settings that the strings do not buzz or rattle against successively higher frets. screws counterclockwise. The notes should ring true, without choking off. ...
... 12th, 15th and 17th frets. The string is no string rattle for Fret Rattles With the instrument plugged into your amplifier and the pickup selector switch set to differences in pitch at the last fret on the strings. Note: Contrary to the magnetic pull on the fingerboard....fret rattle, you may rattle when another player plays the instrument. Check for one whole tone in playing styles and picking techniques, action settings that the strings do not buzz or rattle against successively higher frets. screws counterclockwise. The notes should ring true, without choking off. ...
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... give you many years of satisfaction. Adjust the slot screw at the maximum settings, check the intonation of playing. With the pickup selector switch set to an authorized Fender dealer or service center. 7. A few simple maintenance procedures will help you still experience difficulties, take the guitar ...is flat, the string must be the same (+) or (-) 1 cent (1/100 of a semitone). CARE OF YOUR GUITAR Your new Fender guitar is sharp, the string must be made to accommodate your instrument 11 Intonation For optimum results, these adjustments should be lengthened by moving...
... give you many years of satisfaction. Adjust the slot screw at the maximum settings, check the intonation of playing. With the pickup selector switch set to an authorized Fender dealer or service center. 7. A few simple maintenance procedures will help you still experience difficulties, take the guitar ...is flat, the string must be the same (+) or (-) 1 cent (1/100 of a semitone). CARE OF YOUR GUITAR Your new Fender guitar is sharp, the string must be made to accommodate your instrument 11 Intonation For optimum results, these adjustments should be lengthened by moving...
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Avoid exposing the guitar to any chemical or substance that might mar the finish, or to direct sunlight or other sources of excessive heat, humidity or shock. 12 playing like new. Regular cleaning with a clean, soft cloth. After you have finished playing, thoroughly wipe the entire guitar, including the strings, with Fender Polish is recommended.
Avoid exposing the guitar to any chemical or substance that might mar the finish, or to direct sunlight or other sources of excessive heat, humidity or shock. 12 playing like new. Regular cleaning with a clean, soft cloth. After you have finished playing, thoroughly wipe the entire guitar, including the strings, with Fender Polish is recommended.
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After the instrument is important to your Authorized Fender Dealer whose trained personnel and complete service facilities will assure your guitar. If your guitar needs repair work, refer all such work to avoid sudden changes in temperature, since this condition does not affect the tone, ..., which may result in its own case. All Eric Clapton Signature Model guitars are set up in checking. Caution: It is removed, leave the case open the case slowly, allowing warm air to avoid possible damage. Change them often, using Fender strings. Dirty, corroded or worn strings cause loss of...
After the instrument is important to your Authorized Fender Dealer whose trained personnel and complete service facilities will assure your guitar. If your guitar needs repair work, refer all such work to avoid sudden changes in temperature, since this condition does not affect the tone, ..., which may result in its own case. All Eric Clapton Signature Model guitars are set up in checking. Caution: It is removed, leave the case open the case slowly, allowing warm air to avoid possible damage. Change them often, using Fender strings. Dirty, corroded or worn strings cause loss of...