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PRECISION AND JAZZ BASSES .0,*er.2elvvinit4 Plretoe' THE SOUND THAT CREATES LEGENDS
PRECISION AND JAZZ BASSES .0,*er.2elvvinit4 Plretoe' THE SOUND THAT CREATES LEGENDS
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This Manual applies to the following basses: Precision Basses P-Bass, 27-6100 P-Bass, 27-6102 Standard P-Bass, 27-6200 Standard P-Bass, 27-6220 Jazz Basses J-Bass Special, 27-6400 Standard J-Bass, 27-6720 Standard J-Bass, 27-6500 J-Bass Special, 27-7300 "Power" J-Bass, 27-9000
This Manual applies to the following basses: Precision Basses P-Bass, 27-6100 P-Bass, 27-6102 Standard P-Bass, 27-6200 Standard P-Bass, 27-6220 Jazz Basses J-Bass Special, 27-6400 Standard J-Bass, 27-6720 Standard J-Bass, 27-6500 J-Bass Special, 27-7300 "Power" J-Bass, 27-9000
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As a result, you have selected one of our fine quality Fender basses. if" This instrument combines the highest quality components with the many features developed by Fender's engineering staff. We urge you to take the time to read this instrument. Thank You . . • We are pleased that you are assured of receiving an instrument of superior quality, lasting beauty and exceptional playability. Your new bass contains many new features and capabilities of this manual and familiarize yourself with the finest workmanship and is warranted to give you complete satisfaction.
As a result, you have selected one of our fine quality Fender basses. if" This instrument combines the highest quality components with the many features developed by Fender's engineering staff. We urge you to take the time to read this instrument. Thank You . . • We are pleased that you are assured of receiving an instrument of superior quality, lasting beauty and exceptional playability. Your new bass contains many new features and capabilities of this manual and familiarize yourself with the finest workmanship and is warranted to give you complete satisfaction.
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MODEL 27-6100 P-Bass 27-6102 P-Bass 27-6200 Std P-Bass Adjustable Pickups Nut 1 P-Bass Cyclovac 1 P-Bass Cyclovac 1 P-Bass Cyclovac Keys Standard Standard Selector No No Switch Controls 1 Volume 1 Tone 1 Volume 1 Tone Active No No Electronics Scale Length 34" (863.6 mm) 34" (863.6 mm) Fretboard Rosewood Maple Radius 7-1/4" (184.2 mm) 7-1/4" (184.2 mm) Frets 20 20 Output Jack Pickguard Pickguard 2 Standard No 1 Volume 1 Tone No 32" (812.8 mm) Rosewood 7-1/4" (184.2 mm) 20 Pickguard
MODEL 27-6100 P-Bass 27-6102 P-Bass 27-6200 Std P-Bass Adjustable Pickups Nut 1 P-Bass Cyclovac 1 P-Bass Cyclovac 1 P-Bass Cyclovac Keys Standard Standard Selector No No Switch Controls 1 Volume 1 Tone 1 Volume 1 Tone Active No No Electronics Scale Length 34" (863.6 mm) 34" (863.6 mm) Fretboard Rosewood Maple Radius 7-1/4" (184.2 mm) 7-1/4" (184.2 mm) Frets 20 20 Output Jack Pickguard Pickguard 2 Standard No 1 Volume 1 Tone No 32" (812.8 mm) Rosewood 7-1/4" (184.2 mm) 20 Pickguard
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MODEL 27-7300 27-9000 J-Bass Special, "Power" J-Bass Fretless Special Adjustable 1 P-Bass Pickups 1 1-Bass 1 P-Bass 1 J-Bass Nut Carbon Carbon Graphite Graphite Keys Standard Standard Selector Switch 3-position 3-position (pickups), 3-position (circuit) Controls 2 Volume 1 1BX 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 1 Frequency Sweep Active No Yes Electronics Scale Length 34" (863.6 mm) 34" (863.6 mm) Fretboard Rosewood Rosewood (Tri-Lam neck) Radius 7-1/4" (184.2 mm) 7-1/4" (184.2 mm) Frets 20 22 Output Jack Body/Side Body/Side 4
MODEL 27-7300 27-9000 J-Bass Special, "Power" J-Bass Fretless Special Adjustable 1 P-Bass Pickups 1 1-Bass 1 P-Bass 1 J-Bass Nut Carbon Carbon Graphite Graphite Keys Standard Standard Selector Switch 3-position 3-position (pickups), 3-position (circuit) Controls 2 Volume 1 1BX 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 1 Frequency Sweep Active No Yes Electronics Scale Length 34" (863.6 mm) 34" (863.6 mm) Fretboard Rosewood Rosewood (Tri-Lam neck) Radius 7-1/4" (184.2 mm) 7-1/4" (184.2 mm) Frets 20 22 Output Jack Body/Side Body/Side 4
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... varied by a separate volume control. Low Frequency Boost; circuit has three modes: Passive (in the lead (bridge position). The toggle switch allows you to instantly change from one volume control. It features two independent volume controls, a toggle pickup selector switch, and a master TBX tone control. Standard Jazz Basses have one pickup, one tone, and one preset volume level for the rhythm pickup to the sound of the instrument. Precision Basses have two pickups, but...
... varied by a separate volume control. Low Frequency Boost; circuit has three modes: Passive (in the lead (bridge position). The toggle switch allows you to instantly change from one volume control. It features two independent volume controls, a toggle pickup selector switch, and a master TBX tone control. Standard Jazz Basses have one pickup, one tone, and one preset volume level for the rhythm pickup to the sound of the instrument. Precision Basses have two pickups, but...
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Some models feature Fender's new TBX tone control circuit (patent pending). VOLUME CONTROL The Volume Control allows you to modify the instrument's tonal characteristics. The TBX Control provides both the conventional Fender sound and unique new sounds. Advancing the knob counterclockwise from the detent position gradually filters off high frequencies, changing the sound from bright to more mellow to the full clockwise position. This is turned to provide...
Some models feature Fender's new TBX tone control circuit (patent pending). VOLUME CONTROL The Volume Control allows you to modify the instrument's tonal characteristics. The TBX Control provides both the conventional Fender sound and unique new sounds. Advancing the knob counterclockwise from the detent position gradually filters off high frequencies, changing the sound from bright to more mellow to the full clockwise position. This is turned to provide...
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PICKUP SELECTOR SWITCH Some models with two pickups feature a Pickup Selector Switch. Turn the tuning machine knob counterclockwise to wind the string onto the capstan, guiding the windings toward the base of the fingerboard. (This insures that you to 6 inches (12.7-15.2 cm) from ...activates the neck pickup; Once the string is installed in the down position activates the bridge pickup; The Pickup Selector Switch allows you are allowing enough slack so the string can wrap around the peg about three times before the string reaches playing tension.) Bend the string at a 90° angle at ...
PICKUP SELECTOR SWITCH Some models with two pickups feature a Pickup Selector Switch. Turn the tuning machine knob counterclockwise to wind the string onto the capstan, guiding the windings toward the base of the fingerboard. (This insures that you to 6 inches (12.7-15.2 cm) from ...activates the neck pickup; Once the string is installed in the down position activates the bridge pickup; The Pickup Selector Switch allows you are allowing enough slack so the string can wrap around the peg about three times before the string reaches playing tension.) Bend the string at a 90° angle at ...
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... factory. Tuning Tune the instrument to do these adjustments, you will need to adjust your playing style. TRUSS ROD, ACTION, AND INTONATION ADJUSTMENTS You may produce undesirable results. 1. The truss rod and string height are set at the factory. Capo 1- Failure to accommodate your Fender bass because of travel effects, climatic conditions, a change in the order presented. Adjust Neck Curvature (Truss Rod) Each Fender bass is important to standard pitch...
... factory. Tuning Tune the instrument to do these adjustments, you will need to adjust your playing style. TRUSS ROD, ACTION, AND INTONATION ADJUSTMENTS You may produce undesirable results. 1. The truss rod and string height are set at the factory. Capo 1- Failure to accommodate your Fender bass because of travel effects, climatic conditions, a change in the order presented. Adjust Neck Curvature (Truss Rod) Each Fender bass is important to standard pitch...
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... the strings. To check the truss rod setting, tune the bass to string tension. Caution: DO NOT continue adjusting: 1) If extreme resistance is too concave, turn the wrench/screwdriver counterclockwise while periodically checking the gap with a Phillips head screwdriver. Install a...turn the wrench/ screwdriver clockwise. The tension on it by regulating the neck's resistance to playing pitch. Using a feeler gauge, check the gap between the bottom of the 4th string and the top of the neck, perform the same operations with the feeler gauge. If the neck is felt while adjusting...
... the strings. To check the truss rod setting, tune the bass to string tension. Caution: DO NOT continue adjusting: 1) If extreme resistance is too concave, turn the wrench/screwdriver counterclockwise while periodically checking the gap with a Phillips head screwdriver. Install a...turn the wrench/ screwdriver clockwise. The tension on it by regulating the neck's resistance to playing pitch. Using a feeler gauge, check the gap between the bottom of the 4th string and the top of the neck, perform the same operations with the feeler gauge. If the neck is felt while adjusting...
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... above standards. The recommended 10 Take the instrument to the desired height by turning the two Height Adjustment Screws, using the 2mm Allen wrench (supplied). truss rod nut is loosened. Set Bridge Height The recommended string clearance at least a quarter turn. 3. Note: The truss rod should not be left loose, but should be individually adjusted to the nearest Authorized Fender Dealer or service...
... above standards. The recommended 10 Take the instrument to the desired height by turning the two Height Adjustment Screws, using the 2mm Allen wrench (supplied). truss rod nut is loosened. Set Bridge Height The recommended string clearance at least a quarter turn. 3. Note: The truss rod should not be left loose, but should be individually adjusted to the nearest Authorized Fender Dealer or service...
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... be ideal for most players. Set Pickup Height The pickups on Fender basses is measured (using a 6" [15.2 cm] mechanic's ruler) 11 The recommended string clearance (3/32") is preset at either end of the pickups. to balance volume response between individual strings and overall balance between one pickup assembly and the other. Also be adjusted by turning the adjustment screws counterclockwise; To increase...
... be ideal for most players. Set Pickup Height The pickups on Fender basses is measured (using a 6" [15.2 cm] mechanic's ruler) 11 The recommended string clearance (3/32") is preset at either end of the pickups. to balance volume response between individual strings and overall balance between one pickup assembly and the other. Also be adjusted by turning the adjustment screws counterclockwise; To increase...
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... ensure proper intonation. Adjust Intonation The bridge allows length adjustment of each string to the strings can cause false tones and loss of the bridge clockwise. Set the pickup selector switch to the neck pickup position and the tone and volume control at the maximum settings. between the pickup and the bottom of each string with an electronic tuner by playing the open string harmonic at the...
... ensure proper intonation. Adjust Intonation The bridge allows length adjustment of each string to the strings can cause false tones and loss of the bridge clockwise. Set the pickup selector switch to the neck pickup position and the tone and volume control at the maximum settings. between the pickup and the bottom of each string with an electronic tuner by playing the open string harmonic at the...
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... saddles to change the height of the strings from the tilt adjustment hole should be adjusted. NECK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Fender instruments are not already at the extreme limits of adjustment. You can be loosened about 1 /4 turn each. If you wish to maximize the adjustment features of the neck to accommodate your playing style. Insert the special 3mm Allen wrench (supplied with the instrument) into...
... saddles to change the height of the strings from the tilt adjustment hole should be adjusted. NECK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Fender instruments are not already at the extreme limits of adjustment. You can be loosened about 1 /4 turn each. If you wish to maximize the adjustment features of the neck to accommodate your playing style. Insert the special 3mm Allen wrench (supplied with the instrument) into...
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... Avoid exposing the bass to any tilt, after tightening the four anchoring screws, be forced. Turn the wrench clockwise if you have finished playing, thoroughly wipe the entire instrument, including the strings, with Fender Polish is recommended. After the adjustment is precision made to increase ...vibrations. turn the Allen screw clockwise until you many years of neck angle. This will help you wish to turn it counterclockwise if you keep your instrument playing like new. A few simple maintenance procedures will prevent the Allen screw from the tilt adjustment hole...
... Avoid exposing the bass to any tilt, after tightening the four anchoring screws, be forced. Turn the wrench clockwise if you have finished playing, thoroughly wipe the entire instrument, including the strings, with Fender Polish is recommended. After the adjustment is precision made to increase ...vibrations. turn the Allen screw clockwise until you many years of neck angle. This will help you wish to turn it counterclockwise if you keep your instrument playing like new. A few simple maintenance procedures will prevent the Allen screw from the tilt adjustment hole...
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... service facilities will assure your bass needs repair work, refer all such work to enter gradually. Then open so it does affect the appearance. Dirty, corroded or worn strings cause loss of sustain, loss of your bass. If your satisfaction. 15 Fresh strings add to the enjoyment and tonal quality of treble frequencies, and faulty intonation. Change them often, using Fender strings. After the instrument...
... service facilities will assure your bass needs repair work, refer all such work to enter gradually. Then open so it does affect the appearance. Dirty, corroded or worn strings cause loss of sustain, loss of your bass. If your satisfaction. 15 Fresh strings add to the enjoyment and tonal quality of treble frequencies, and faulty intonation. Change them often, using Fender strings. After the instrument...
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.... IMPORTANT: PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT, AS IT IS YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of this warranty. This warranty becomes void if the serial number is defaced or removed, or the product has been damaged by Fender Musical Instruments. The company assumes no...
.... IMPORTANT: PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT, AS IT IS YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of this warranty. This warranty becomes void if the serial number is defaced or removed, or the product has been damaged by Fender Musical Instruments. The company assumes no...
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damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . Have service performed by any Authorized Fender Dealer or contact: Customer Relations Fender Musical Instruments 1130 Columbia Street Brea, CA 92621 17
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . Have service performed by any Authorized Fender Dealer or contact: Customer Relations Fender Musical Instruments 1130 Columbia Street Brea, CA 92621 17
