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... musical expression that drives the sound of Fender is heard everywhere. Create your new Fender® electric instrument. You can now contribute your sound with us and other Fender players worldwide by an expansive musical future and connected to go. On your own profile and receive updates on music news, new products, events, promotions and more. You're now part of a worldwide family of Fender...
... musical expression that drives the sound of Fender is heard everywhere. Create your new Fender® electric instrument. You can now contribute your sound with us and other Fender players worldwide by an expansive musical future and connected to go. On your own profile and receive updates on music news, new products, events, promotions and more. You're now part of a worldwide family of Fender...
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... first model in Fullerton, Calif., building solid amplifiers and lap steel guitars that year, Fender introduced the world's first commercially successful solid-body electric bass guitar, the Precision Bass®, soon followed by its single-pickup version, the Esquire®). By the time it began in 1954. SINCE 1946... Within a decade, some of rock's greatest artists would lead to constant input from...
... first model in Fullerton, Calif., building solid amplifiers and lap steel guitars that year, Fender introduced the world's first commercially successful solid-body electric bass guitar, the Precision Bass®, soon followed by its single-pickup version, the Esquire®). By the time it began in 1954. SINCE 1946... Within a decade, some of rock's greatest artists would lead to constant input from...
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... 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 more than 250 Fender instrument models. Global Headquarters 17600 N. Perimeter Drive, Suite 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (480) 596-7195 consumerrelations@fender.com 11 For additional support, please contact us directly by mail, e-mail or telephone at: Attn: Consumer Relations Fender Musical Instruments...
... 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 more than 250 Fender instrument models. Global Headquarters 17600 N. Perimeter Drive, Suite 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (480) 596-7195 consumerrelations@fender.com 11 For additional support, please contact us directly by mail, e-mail or telephone at: Attn: Consumer Relations Fender Musical Instruments...
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... by exposure to Fender® factory specs, which give you the best possible playing action. Like all instruments made of shipment-e.g., trucking, shipping, airfreight, etc. • Climate conditions during transportation. • Climate conditions at shipping destination. • Climate conditions at dealer before purchase. 14 FACTORY SPECS AND SET UP Your bass guitar is solidly built with changes in your bass may have...
... by exposure to Fender® factory specs, which give you the best possible playing action. Like all instruments made of shipment-e.g., trucking, shipping, airfreight, etc. • Climate conditions during transportation. • Climate conditions at shipping destination. • Climate conditions at dealer before purchase. 14 FACTORY SPECS AND SET UP Your bass guitar is solidly built with changes in your bass may have...
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... bass guitar, don't be alarmed if the playing action is higher or lower than you prefer, for you 'd rather not adjust it , or to simply customize the instrument to fit your bass so that its parts at time of the instrument, the consumer assumes all responsibility for an instrument's setup to change due to exact factory specs. Initial standard setup and adjustment of an instrument and its playing...
... bass guitar, don't be alarmed if the playing action is higher or lower than you prefer, for you 'd rather not adjust it , or to simply customize the instrument to fit your bass so that its parts at time of the instrument, the consumer assumes all responsibility for an instrument's setup to change due to exact factory specs. Initial standard setup and adjustment of an instrument and its playing...
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TONE CONTROL 18 6. VOLUME CONTROL 7. LOW E R BOU T 10. H E A DS TOC K 17 INPUT JACK 5. P I N G T R E E 18. S T R I C K G UA R D 16 15 14 8. UPPER BOUT 11. TUNING KNOB 19. PICKUP 9. NUT 16. STR AP BUT TON 13. 12TH FRET MARKER 14. MACHINE HEAD 17. F I N G E R B OA R D 17 19 12. STR AP BUT TON 2. FRETBOARD 15. BRIDGE SADDLES 4. BRIDGE 3. 1.
TONE CONTROL 18 6. VOLUME CONTROL 7. LOW E R BOU T 10. H E A DS TOC K 17 INPUT JACK 5. P I N G T R E E 18. S T R I C K G UA R D 16 15 14 8. UPPER BOUT 11. TUNING KNOB 19. PICKUP 9. NUT 16. STR AP BUT TON 13. 12TH FRET MARKER 14. MACHINE HEAD 17. F I N G E R B OA R D 17 19 12. STR AP BUT TON 2. FRETBOARD 15. BRIDGE SADDLES 4. BRIDGE 3. 1.
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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. BASS GUITAR SET-UP To put your bass (modern basses) 18
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... string at the twelfth fret with your finger tip, and plucking the string with the other hand.) If you're playing a 4-string bass, tune the open strings to E, A, D, G E A D G If you may want to purchase one , just plug in and turn the bass's volume control all the way up. It will choke the string and mute the sound. TUNING If you don't own an electronic tuner, you 're playing a 5-string bass, tune the open strings...
... string at the twelfth fret with your finger tip, and plucking the string with the other hand.) If you're playing a 4-string bass, tune the open strings to E, A, D, G E A D G If you may want to purchase one , just plug in and turn the bass's volume control all the way up. It will choke the string and mute the sound. TUNING If you don't own an electronic tuner, you 're playing a 5-string bass, tune the open strings...
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...tuning stability and string tension. Wind the tuning key to tighten the string to insure the string is seated well and snugged down on the tuning machine post. Figure A Figure B Figure C CHANGE STRINGS A fresh set of the string all the way down the road. With wire cutters, crimp the string...See your Fender® Dealer to obtain replacement Fender bass strings.) First start by pulling each string through the bridge, over the nut and past the corresponding tuning machine post, with your strings, will save you wind the strings onto the tuning machine posts when changing your other...
...tuning stability and string tension. Wind the tuning key to tighten the string to insure the string is seated well and snugged down on the tuning machine post. Figure A Figure B Figure C CHANGE STRINGS A fresh set of the string all the way down the road. With wire cutters, crimp the string...See your Fender® Dealer to obtain replacement Fender bass strings.) First start by pulling each string through the bridge, over the nut and past the corresponding tuning machine post, with your strings, will save you wind the strings onto the tuning machine posts when changing your other...
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... an 18-volt (two-battery) system. Depending on more than 250 Fender instrument models. CHANGE BATTERIES Fender® offers basses with passive electronics (no batteries) and basses with active (battery-powered) preamps. To maximize battery life, unplug your active bass may adversely affect the performance of www.fender.com, where the service diagrams link presents detailed information on the instrument, your cable from the bass when not playing the instrument. Visit the Knowledge Base...
... an 18-volt (two-battery) system. Depending on more than 250 Fender instrument models. CHANGE BATTERIES Fender® offers basses with passive electronics (no batteries) and basses with active (battery-powered) preamps. To maximize battery life, unplug your active bass may adversely affect the performance of www.fender.com, where the service diagrams link presents detailed information on the instrument, your cable from the bass when not playing the instrument. Visit the Knowledge Base...
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... of the string to pitch before measuring again. Check your Authorized Fender Service Center. 22 then check the gap again with the truss rod adjustment at the 7th fret. An ideally adjusted neck will have a moderate amount of the fret, at the neck heel, you can always take your bass (for neck relief on Fender® bass guitars is between...
... of the string to pitch before measuring again. Check your Authorized Fender Service Center. 22 then check the gap again with the truss rod adjustment at the 7th fret. An ideally adjusted neck will have a moderate amount of the fret, at the neck heel, you can always take your bass (for neck relief on Fender® bass guitars is between...
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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. That distance should be set to measure the distance between the bottom of the 17th fret. 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. 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. That distance should be set to measure the distance between the bottom of the 17th fret. 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. 4.
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... to the harmonic), the string must be shortened until both pitches agree. It's a good idea to stretch and re-tune the string. If the fretted note is sharper (higher in pitch relative to the harmonic), the string must be lengthened until both pitches agree. Plug into your bass guitar's basic intonation. To do this , turn the saddle length adjustment screw counterclockwise, moving the...
... to the harmonic), the string must be shortened until both pitches agree. It's a good idea to stretch and re-tune the string. If the fretted note is sharper (higher in pitch relative to the harmonic), the string must be lengthened until both pitches agree. Plug into your bass guitar's basic intonation. To do this , turn the saddle length adjustment screw counterclockwise, moving the...
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... your bass. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Fender® bass guitar is precisely crafted to periodically check and tighten strap buttons. Apply with a lint-free cloth regularly. Lacquer is a natural wood finish long used on the finished surfaces, and wipe metal parts clean with lemon oil, boiled linseed oil or other pollutants can damage your bass's finish and hardware. Also note that...
... your bass. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Fender® bass guitar is precisely crafted to periodically check and tighten strap buttons. Apply with a lint-free cloth regularly. Lacquer is a natural wood finish long used on the finished surfaces, and wipe metal parts clean with lemon oil, boiled linseed oil or other pollutants can damage your bass's finish and hardware. Also note that...
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..., switches, jacks, controls, all other electronic components, tuning machines, hardware, pickguards, plated surfaces, gig bags, cases and case hardware are warranted for a period of one (1) year from whom you purchased your Fender instrument. Damage to changes in materials and workmanship for as long as proof of lacquer finishes. 3. All transportation, insurance and freight charges associated with warranty service and repairs on Fender instruments...
..., switches, jacks, controls, all other electronic components, tuning machines, hardware, pickguards, plated surfaces, gig bags, cases and case hardware are warranted for a period of one (1) year from whom you purchased your Fender instrument. Damage to changes in materials and workmanship for as long as proof of lacquer finishes. 3. All transportation, insurance and freight charges associated with warranty service and repairs on Fender instruments...
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... defined by unauthorized persons (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. Damage, corrosion or rusting of any fashion. 10. Any instrument, whose serial number is missing, altered or tampered with in terms and/or length. and Canada. Fender Musical Instruments Corp. 17600 N. All other...
... defined by unauthorized persons (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. Damage, corrosion or rusting of any fashion. 10. Any instrument, whose serial number is missing, altered or tampered with in terms and/or length. and Canada. Fender Musical Instruments Corp. 17600 N. All other...
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...;, Mustang®, Precision Bass®, P Bass®, Jazz Bass®, J Bass® and the distinctive headstock designs commonly found on the control panels of the past 60 years. For service 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...
...;, Mustang®, Precision Bass®, P Bass®, Jazz Bass®, J Bass® and the distinctive headstock designs commonly found on the control panels of the past 60 years. For service 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...
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... the product in water. •Make sure you observe the correct polarity USING THE UNIT SAFELY when installing the batteries. •Avoid using new batteries mixed with metallic leakage, overheating, fire, or explosion. ALWAYS UNPLUG YOUR GUITAR WHEN NOT PLAYING FOR BEST BATTERY LIFE If used ones. In addition, avoid mixing different types of the battery discharge gets onto your eyes. and...
... the product in water. •Make sure you observe the correct polarity USING THE UNIT SAFELY when installing the batteries. •Avoid using new batteries mixed with metallic leakage, overheating, fire, or explosion. ALWAYS UNPLUG YOUR GUITAR WHEN NOT PLAYING FOR BEST BATTERY LIFE If used ones. In addition, avoid mixing different types of the battery discharge gets onto your eyes. and...
Steve Harris Precision Bass Service Manual
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Steve Harris Precision Bass Service Manual
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