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... expansive musical future and connected to go. Visit www.fender.com for more . Thank you want to more than half a century of the Fender online community. You can now contribute your new Fender instrument! 4 It's the culmination of musical expression that drives the sound of Fender is heard everywhere. Create your new Fender® electric instrument. You're now part of a worldwide family of Fender musicians...
... expansive musical future and connected to go. Visit www.fender.com for more . Thank you want to more than half a century of the Fender online community. You can now contribute your new Fender instrument! 4 It's the culmination of musical expression that drives the sound of Fender is heard everywhere. Create your new Fender® electric instrument. You're now part of a worldwide family of Fender musicians...
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... the instrument- Fender unveiled perhaps the most acclaimed and enduring guitar amp families. By the time it is today, with the world's first solid-body Spanish-style electric guitar, the Telecaster® (and its companion Bassman® amp. Later that year, Fender introduced the world's first commercially successful solid-body electric bass guitar, the Precision Bass®, soon followed by Fender designers, or anyone else for electronics...
... the instrument- Fender unveiled perhaps the most acclaimed and enduring guitar amp families. By the time it is today, with the world's first solid-body Spanish-style electric guitar, the Telecaster® (and its companion Bassman® amp. Later that year, Fender introduced the world's first commercially successful solid-body electric bass guitar, the Precision Bass®, soon followed by Fender designers, or anyone else for electronics...
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GENERATIONS OF WORLD-CHANGING MUSIC 9
GENERATIONS OF WORLD-CHANGING MUSIC 9
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FEATURES, CONTROLS, AND SPECS 10
FEATURES, CONTROLS, AND SPECS 10
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... Relations Fender Musical Instruments Corp. Perimeter Drive, Suite 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (480) 596-7195 consumerrelations@fender.com 11 For wiring diagrams, switch/control function diagrams and parts lists for your bass guitar model, visit the Products section of www.fender.com, where the Service Diagrams link presents detailed information on the features and specifications of your specific model, visit the Knowledge Base in the Support section of www.fender.com, where each individual bass guitar listing has a Specs...
... Relations Fender Musical Instruments Corp. Perimeter Drive, Suite 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (480) 596-7195 consumerrelations@fender.com 11 For wiring diagrams, switch/control function diagrams and parts lists for your bass guitar model, visit the Products section of www.fender.com, where the Service Diagrams link presents detailed information on the features and specifications of your specific model, visit the Knowledge Base in the Support section of www.fender.com, where each individual bass guitar listing has a Specs...
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...part of its final assembly, we've hand-adjusted it and set it up to different temperatures and humidity levels. FACTORY SPECS AND SET UP Your bass guitar is solidly built with changes in your bass may have experienced moderate changes brought about by : • Amount of time between final assembly and shipping from Fender. • Amount of time between shipping from Fender... The exact condition of wood, your instrument's geographic location. Like all instruments made of the playing action can be affected by exposure to Fender® factory specs, which give you the best possible...
...part of its final assembly, we've hand-adjusted it and set it up to different temperatures and humidity levels. FACTORY SPECS AND SET UP Your bass guitar is solidly built with changes in your bass may have experienced moderate changes brought about by : • Amount of time between final assembly and shipping from Fender. • Amount of time between shipping from Fender... The exact condition of wood, your instrument's geographic location. Like all instruments made of the playing action can be affected by exposure to Fender® factory specs, which give you the best possible...
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... are not covered by the Fender warranty. Your bass is natural for an instrument's setup to change due to exact factory specs. If the action is higher or lower than you prefer, for example, this manual describes how to set to the factors just listed. TAKE NOTE When you first get your bass guitar, don't be alarmed if the playing action is optimal for...
... are not covered by the Fender warranty. Your bass is natural for an instrument's setup to change due to exact factory specs. If the action is higher or lower than you prefer, for example, this manual describes how to set to the factors just listed. TAKE NOTE When you first get your bass guitar, don't be alarmed if the playing action is optimal for...
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STR AP BUT TON 2. P I N G T R E E 18. UPPER BOUT 11. FRETBOARD 15. H E A DS TOC K 17 MACHINE HEAD 17. TUNING KNOB 19. 1. INPUT JACK 5. PICKUP 9. STR AP BUT TON 13. 12TH FRET MARKER 14. VOLUME CONTROL 7. NUT 16. S T R I C K G UA R D 16 15 14 8. BRIDGE SADDLES 4. F I N G E R B OA R D 17 19 12. TONE CONTROL 18 6. LOW E R BOU T 10. BRIDGE 3.
STR AP BUT TON 2. P I N G T R E E 18. UPPER BOUT 11. FRETBOARD 15. H E A DS TOC K 17 MACHINE HEAD 17. TUNING KNOB 19. 1. INPUT JACK 5. PICKUP 9. STR AP BUT TON 13. 12TH FRET MARKER 14. VOLUME CONTROL 7. NUT 16. S T R I C K G UA R D 16 15 14 8. BRIDGE SADDLES 4. F I N G E R B OA R D 17 19 12. TONE CONTROL 18 6. LOW E R BOU T 10. BRIDGE 3.
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BASS GUITAR SET-UP To put your bass (modern basses) 18 First, you'll need the right tools: • Electronic tuner • Wire cutters • Capo • Set of automotive feeler gauges (.002" - .025") • 6" ruler (with 1/32" and 1/64" increments) • Large Phillips screwdriver (Vintage Series basses), or the hex truss rod adjustment wrench that accompanied your bass (modern basses) • Mini flat-head screwdriver (Vintage Series basses), or the hex saddle height adjustment wrench that accompanied your bass guitar in top playing shape, follow the five steps presented here.
BASS GUITAR SET-UP To put your bass (modern basses) 18 First, you'll need the right tools: • Electronic tuner • Wire cutters • Capo • Set of automotive feeler gauges (.002" - .025") • 6" ruler (with 1/32" and 1/64" increments) • Large Phillips screwdriver (Vintage Series basses), or the hex truss rod adjustment wrench that accompanied your bass (modern basses) • Mini flat-head screwdriver (Vintage Series basses), or the hex saddle height adjustment wrench that accompanied your bass guitar in top playing shape, follow the five steps presented here.
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... 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 make the harmonic ring out. 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. If you already have one . TUNING If you don't own an electronic tuner, you may want to purchase one , just plug in and turn the bass's volume control...
... 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 make the harmonic ring out. 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. If you already have one . TUNING If you don't own an electronic tuner, you may want to purchase one , just plug in and turn the bass's volume control...
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CHANGE STRINGS A fresh set of the string in the middle, lightly 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 how you wind the strings onto the tuning machine posts when changing your strings a little as you some tuning frustration down in the hole...
CHANGE STRINGS A fresh set of the string in the middle, lightly 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 how you wind the strings onto the tuning machine posts when changing your strings a little as you some tuning frustration down in the hole...
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... (battery-powered) preamps. To maximize battery life, unplug your active bass may adversely affect the performance of playing time. All Fender basses with active preamps are dead). CHANGE BATTERIES Fender® offers basses with passive electronics (no batteries) and basses with switching jacks that active basses without an active/passive switch will drop, resulting in the Support section of battery consistently. unwanted noise that indicate that the batteries must be changed (note that engage the battery...
... (battery-powered) preamps. To maximize battery life, unplug your active bass may adversely affect the performance of playing time. All Fender basses with active preamps are dead). CHANGE BATTERIES Fender® offers basses with passive electronics (no batteries) and basses with switching jacks that active basses without an active/passive switch will drop, resulting in the Support section of battery consistently. unwanted noise that indicate that the batteries must be changed (note that engage the battery...
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..., you are adjusting a four-string bass, fret the "E" string at the last fret). The factory specification for modern basses). Note that counteracts the bending force caused by sighting down it yourself, you 're not comfortable adjusting it from the bottom of the string to the top of relief (curvature) in it to accommodate the vibrating strings. Check your Authorized Fender Service Center. 22...
..., you are adjusting a four-string bass, fret the "E" string at the last fret). The factory specification for modern basses). Note that counteracts the bending force caused by sighting down it yourself, you 're not comfortable adjusting it from the bottom of the string to the top of relief (curvature) in it to accommodate the vibrating strings. Check your Authorized Fender Service Center. 22...
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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. 4. Check your tuning first, then use a 6" ruler to whatever feels right for you. 24 STRING HEIGHT String height is Fender's recommended spec on both the bass and treble sides. Adjust each string and the top of the 17th fret.
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. 4. Check your tuning first, then use a 6" ruler to whatever feels right for you. 24 STRING HEIGHT String height is Fender's recommended spec on both the bass and treble sides. Adjust each string and the top of the 17th fret.
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... do this , turn the saddle length adjustment screw clockwise, moving the saddle forward, until both pitches agree. If the two pitches disagree, an adjustment must be made, using the 12th-fret harmonic. pitches read the same. 5. Plug into your bass guitar's basic intonation. If the fretted note is flatter, (lower in pitch relative to stretch and re-tune the string during the adjustment, as the...
... do this , turn the saddle length adjustment screw clockwise, moving the saddle forward, until both pitches agree. If the two pitches disagree, an adjustment must be made, using the 12th-fret harmonic. pitches read the same. 5. Plug into your bass guitar's basic intonation. If the fretted note is flatter, (lower in pitch relative to stretch and re-tune the string during the adjustment, as the...
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...'s used on www.fender.com, or visit your bass. Wipe the strings, neck and bridge often with lacquer and can mar the finish. Set up gradually before opening its own distinctive appearance over time from this manual and on fine furniture and musical instruments. The natural oils in this type of wear, and though preferred by periodically hydrating them with the setup...
...'s used on www.fender.com, or visit your bass. Wipe the strings, neck and bridge often with lacquer and can mar the finish. Set up gradually before opening its own distinctive appearance over time from this manual and on fine furniture and musical instruments. The natural oils in this type of wear, and though preferred by periodically hydrating them with the setup...
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... service, return the complete instrument to an Authorized Fender Service Center, with your sales receipt as is subject to changes in materials and workmanship for as long as it is required for the purpose of customizing setups or adjustments 30 beyond normal service repair of independent Authorized Fender Service Centers for coverage under this warranty. Defective components that pickups, switches, jacks, controls, all other electronic components, tuning...
... service, return the complete instrument to an Authorized Fender Service Center, with your sales receipt as is subject to changes in materials and workmanship for as long as it is required for the purpose of customizing setups or adjustments 30 beyond normal service repair of independent Authorized Fender Service Centers for coverage under this warranty. Defective components that pickups, switches, jacks, controls, all other electronic components, tuning...
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... OF INCOME, SATISFACTION, OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE LOSS OF USE OF SAME DUE TO DEFECTS OR AVAILABILITY OF SAME DURING SERVICE. Fender Musical Instruments Corp. 17600 N. and acids of perspiration, guitar straps, guitar stands/hangers made from customization or modification. 7. Some states do not allow limitations on any part of this limited warranty. Damage, corrosion or rusting of...
... OF INCOME, SATISFACTION, OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE LOSS OF USE OF SAME DUE TO DEFECTS OR AVAILABILITY OF SAME DURING SERVICE. Fender Musical Instruments Corp. 17600 N. and acids of perspiration, guitar straps, guitar stands/hangers made from customization or modification. 7. Some states do not allow limitations on any part of this limited warranty. Damage, corrosion or rusting of...
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... of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. 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 control panels of certain model amplifiers in FENDER...
... of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. 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 control panels of certain model amplifiers in FENDER...
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... exposed to temperature extremes. •Do not allow any of batteries. •Remove the batteries whenever the unit is incorrectly connected/replaced. Then install new batteries. MODIFIED ACTIVE GUITAR WARNING WARNING - ALWAYS UNPLUG YOUR GUITAR WHEN NOT PLAYING FOR BEST BATTERY LIFE If used ones. To avoid inflammation of the skin, make sure that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle...
... exposed to temperature extremes. •Do not allow any of batteries. •Remove the batteries whenever the unit is incorrectly connected/replaced. Then install new batteries. MODIFIED ACTIVE GUITAR WARNING WARNING - ALWAYS UNPLUG YOUR GUITAR WHEN NOT PLAYING FOR BEST BATTERY LIFE If used ones. To avoid inflammation of the skin, make sure that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle...