Owners Manual
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... new Fender instrument. 7 By the time it is today, with worldwide influence on an extraordinary creative streak that began , Fender continues to be driven by direct and immediate feedback from musicians like you for music and a commitment to CBS in one of acclaimed instruments and amplifiers that year, Fender introduced the world's first commercially successful solid-body electric bass guitar, the Precision Bass®...
... new Fender instrument. 7 By the time it is today, with worldwide influence on an extraordinary creative streak that began , Fender continues to be driven by direct and immediate feedback from musicians like you for music and a commitment to CBS in one of acclaimed instruments and amplifiers that year, Fender introduced the world's first commercially successful solid-body electric bass guitar, the Precision Bass®...
Owners Manual
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... 17600 N. For details on more than 250 Fender instrument models. 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 link that provides complete and comprehensive information...
... 17600 N. For details on more than 250 Fender instrument models. 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 link that provides complete and comprehensive information...
Owners Manual
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... and craftsmanship. 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 and arrival at...part of the playing action can be affected by exposure to Fender® factory specs, which give you the best possible playing action. Like all instruments made of wood, your instrument's geographic location. The exact condition of its final assembly, we've hand-adjusted it and set...
... and craftsmanship. 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 and arrival at...part of the playing action can be affected by exposure to Fender® factory specs, which give you the best possible playing action. Like all instruments made of wood, your instrument's geographic location. The exact condition of its final assembly, we've hand-adjusted it and set...
Owners Manual
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... an instrument's setup to change due to the factors just listed. Of course, if you'd rather not adjust it , or to simply customize the instrument to fit your personal preferred playing style. On receipt and acceptance of an instrument and its playing condition is higher or lower than you prefer, for example, this manual describes how to set to exact factory specs. TAKE NOTE...
... an instrument's setup to change due to the factors just listed. Of course, if you'd rather not adjust it , or to simply customize the instrument to fit your personal preferred playing style. On receipt and acceptance of an instrument and its playing condition is higher or lower than you prefer, for example, this manual describes how to set to exact factory specs. TAKE NOTE...
Owners Manual
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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.
Owners Manual
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... . Pluck either an open string or the 12th fret harmonic*, to produce the clearest tone for the tuner. (*A harmonic is a "chime-like" tone that is produced by lightly touching the exact mid point of the following procedures. 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 all the way up...
... . Pluck either an open string or the 12th fret harmonic*, to produce the clearest tone for the tuner. (*A harmonic is a "chime-like" tone that is produced by lightly touching the exact mid point of the following procedures. 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 all the way up...
Owners Manual
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... your strings, will save you wind the strings onto the tuning machine posts when changing your Fender® Dealer to allow a minimum of three winds around it up and down to insure the string is seated well and snugged down to the base of strings can breathe new life into your bass, and something as simple as you tune to make...
... your strings, will save you wind the strings onto the tuning machine posts when changing your Fender® Dealer to allow a minimum of three winds around it up and down to insure the string is seated well and snugged down to the base of strings can breathe new life into your bass, and something as simple as you tune to make...
Owners Manual
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... supplied to use the same brand of playing time. 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 in the Support section of the preamp. unwanted noise that indicate that the batteries must be changed (note...
... supplied to use the same brand of playing time. 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 in the Support section of the preamp. unwanted noise that indicate that the batteries must be changed (note...
Owners Manual
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... truss rod resistance or if you're not comfortable adjusting it from the bottom of relief (curvature) in it to pitch before measuring again. An ideally adjusted neck will have a moderate amount of the string to your Authorized Fender Service Center. 22 The factory specification for neck relief on Fender® bass guitars is between .012" and .014", measured between .012...
... truss rod resistance or if you're not comfortable adjusting it from the bottom of relief (curvature) in it to pitch before measuring again. An ideally adjusted neck will have a moderate amount of the string to your Authorized Fender Service Center. 22 The factory specification for neck relief on Fender® bass guitars is between .012" and .014", measured between .012...
Owners Manual
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That distance should be set to whatever feels right for you. 24 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. 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.
That distance should be set to whatever feels right for you. 24 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. 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.
Owners Manual
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... bridge type. SET INTONATION You can easily set your tuner and tune a string to stretch and re-tune the string during the adjustment, as the movement of the fretted note agree, the string is properly intonated and no adjustment is sharper (higher in pitch relative to the harmonic), the string must be shortened until the harmonic and the fretted pitches read the same. Plug into your bass guitar...
... bridge type. SET INTONATION You can easily set your tuner and tune a string to stretch and re-tune the string during the adjustment, as the movement of the fretted note agree, the string is properly intonated and no adjustment is sharper (higher in pitch relative to the harmonic), the string must be shortened until the harmonic and the fretted pitches read the same. Plug into your bass guitar...
Owners Manual
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... that checking, shrinkage and discoloration are listed here: Keep it looking, sounding and playing great for very long to avoid finish checking. Set up gradually before opening its own distinctive appearance over time from this manual and on some , it is a natural wood finish long used on www.fender.com, or visit your bass. The natural oils in , let soak...
... that checking, shrinkage and discoloration are listed here: Keep it looking, sounding and playing great for very long to avoid finish checking. Set up gradually before opening its own distinctive appearance over time from this manual and on some , it is a natural wood finish long used on www.fender.com, or visit your bass. The natural oils in , let soak...
Owners Manual
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... purchaser when this warranty. 1. Initial standard setup and adjustment of customizing setups or adjustments 30 beyond factory specifications. All transportation, insurance and freight charges associated with warranty service and repairs on Fender instruments are warranted for alternative considerations. Fret wear, saddle wear, nut wear, strings and batteries. 2. Fender has established a network of independent Authorized Fender Service Centers for your sales receipt as proof of original purchase...
... purchaser when this warranty. 1. Initial standard setup and adjustment of customizing setups or adjustments 30 beyond factory specifications. All transportation, insurance and freight charges associated with warranty service and repairs on Fender instruments are warranted for alternative considerations. Fret wear, saddle wear, nut wear, strings and batteries. 2. Fender has established a network of independent Authorized Fender Service Centers for your sales receipt as proof of original purchase...
Owners Manual
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... bag including jacks, controls, switches, plated surfaces, tuning machines, pickguards, zippers, clasps, handles, latches, case hardware, etc. 8. Any damage to the moisture, body salts and acids of perspiration. 6. Any instrument, whose serial number is missing, altered or tampered with in terms and/or length. Some states do not allow limitations on any part of perspiration, guitar straps, guitar stands/hangers made...
... bag including jacks, controls, switches, plated surfaces, tuning machines, pickguards, zippers, clasps, handles, latches, case hardware, etc. 8. Any damage to the moisture, body salts and acids of perspiration. 6. Any instrument, whose serial number is missing, altered or tampered with in terms and/or length. Some states do not allow limitations on any part of perspiration, guitar straps, guitar stands/hangers made...
Owners Manual
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.... NOTICE REGARDING USE OF HISTORIC PATENT NUMBERS/MARKINGS: FENDER® is a helpful list of the past 60 years. All rights reserved. Specific examples of such models include patent numbers on the tremolo plates and decals of the JAGUAR® and JAZZMASTER® guitars, "Pat Pending" on some of the most iconic musical instruments and amplifiers of international distributors online at fender.com/distributors. Fender®, Bassman...
.... NOTICE REGARDING USE OF HISTORIC PATENT NUMBERS/MARKINGS: FENDER® is a helpful list of the past 60 years. All rights reserved. Specific examples of such models include patent numbers on the tremolo plates and decals of the JAGUAR® and JAZZMASTER® guitars, "Pat Pending" on some of the most iconic musical instruments and amplifiers of international distributors online at fender.com/distributors. Fender®, Bassman...
Owners Manual
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...when using the unit's knobs and other controls; Then install new batteries. object such as sunshine, fire, or the like. •DO NOT replace batteries with rechargeable types of fire or explosion if the battery is incorrectly connected/replaced. thrown in which they are installed, ...Replace only with used improperly, batteries may be heated, taken apart, or hairpins, etc. To maintain product safety: Batteries and/or the product in water. •Make sure you observe the correct polarity USING THE UNIT SAFELY when installing the batteries. •Avoid using its jacks...
...when using the unit's knobs and other controls; Then install new batteries. object such as sunshine, fire, or the like. •DO NOT replace batteries with rechargeable types of fire or explosion if the battery is incorrectly connected/replaced. thrown in which they are installed, ...Replace only with used improperly, batteries may be heated, taken apart, or hairpins, etc. To maintain product safety: Batteries and/or the product in water. •Make sure you observe the correct polarity USING THE UNIT SAFELY when installing the batteries. •Avoid using its jacks...
Tony Franklin Fretless Precision Bass Service Manual
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... pictured in diagram Bold = Item available for warranty replacement only Last Revised: 2/26/2008 Page 1 of 3 Tony Franklin Fretless P Bass Maple- Screws (12) 8 Strap Buttons (2) 9 Pickguard (Brown Shell) 9 Pickguard (B/W/B) 9a Pickguard Screws (24) 10 Rhythm Side Neck Pickup 10 Lead Side Neck Pickup 11 Tony Franklin Bridge Pickup 10-11a Pickup mtg. m/n 0190085xxx Loc # Description 1 Neck (maple) 2 Vintage Tuners (ea...
... pictured in diagram Bold = Item available for warranty replacement only Last Revised: 2/26/2008 Page 1 of 3 Tony Franklin Fretless P Bass Maple- Screws (12) 8 Strap Buttons (2) 9 Pickguard (Brown Shell) 9 Pickguard (B/W/B) 9a Pickguard Screws (24) 10 Rhythm Side Neck Pickup 10 Lead Side Neck Pickup 11 Tony Franklin Bridge Pickup 10-11a Pickup mtg. m/n 0190085xxx Loc # Description 1 Neck (maple) 2 Vintage Tuners (ea...
Tony Franklin Fretless Precision Bass Service Manual
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...A Franklin Bass Ebony 2 0013187000 Tuning Key, Bass w/ Fender logo (3) 0019509000 0011357000 Bushing, String Post, Vintage Bass Mounting Screw 3 0059197000 Tuning Key, Bass w/ Extender Hiphot CS 0019509000 Bushing, String Post, Vintage Bass 0059590000 Mounting Screw 4 0048650000 Bone Nut 5 0013235000 String Guide 0015578000 Mounting Screw 6 See Chart Body, Tony Franklin Bass 7 0069082000 Neck Mounting Plate, T.Franklin Signature 0015636000 Mounting Screw 8 0012344000 Strap Button 0016188000 Mounting Screw 0019056000 Felt Washer, Black 9 See Chart Pickguard, Tony Franklin Bass...
...A Franklin Bass Ebony 2 0013187000 Tuning Key, Bass w/ Fender logo (3) 0019509000 0011357000 Bushing, String Post, Vintage Bass Mounting Screw 3 0059197000 Tuning Key, Bass w/ Extender Hiphot CS 0019509000 Bushing, String Post, Vintage Bass 0059590000 Mounting Screw 4 0048650000 Bone Nut 5 0013235000 String Guide 0015578000 Mounting Screw 6 See Chart Body, Tony Franklin Bass 7 0069082000 Neck Mounting Plate, T.Franklin Signature 0015636000 Mounting Screw 8 0012344000 Strap Button 0016188000 Mounting Screw 0019056000 Felt Washer, Black 9 See Chart Pickguard, Tony Franklin Bass...
Tony Franklin Fretless Precision Bass Service Manual
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A TONY FRANKLIN BASS, 019-0085 WIRING DIAGRAM 9 O o o o 0 0 0 0 O 0 O .6144cir O WHITE WIRE TO BRIDGE PICKUP 6' BLACK WIRE FOR GROUND LUG 17 BLACK WIRES TO PICKUPS AND UNDER BRIDGE FROM BACK OF VOL, POT. 10 SOLDER BLACK (GROUND) WIRES TO BACK OF POT FOLD BACK #3 LUG AND SOLDER TO BACK OF POT O .05 O 18 WHITE 13 12 BLACK 0 Pg. 2 of 4 01-30-2005 Rev.
A TONY FRANKLIN BASS, 019-0085 WIRING DIAGRAM 9 O o o o 0 0 0 0 O 0 O .6144cir O WHITE WIRE TO BRIDGE PICKUP 6' BLACK WIRE FOR GROUND LUG 17 BLACK WIRES TO PICKUPS AND UNDER BRIDGE FROM BACK OF VOL, POT. 10 SOLDER BLACK (GROUND) WIRES TO BACK OF POT FOLD BACK #3 LUG AND SOLDER TO BACK OF POT O .05 O 18 WHITE 13 12 BLACK 0 Pg. 2 of 4 01-30-2005 Rev.
Tony Franklin Fretless Precision Bass Service Manual
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A TONY FRANKLIN BASS, 019-0085 SWITCH & CONTROL FUNCTION 3-WAY SWITCH POSITION MASTER VOLUME AND TONE OPERATE IN ALL POSITIONS V cit2 li , 1 POSITION in II r i-I I NECK PICKUP (A) BRIDGE PICKUP (B) PICKUP IS ON I I PICKUP IS OFF A PICKUP (NECK) B PICKUP (BRIDGE) INDICATES POSITION OF 3-WAY SWITCH 0000 A 0000 00 00 00 00 air 3-WAY SWITCH MASTER VOLUME MASTER TONE 0 Pg. 4 of 4 01-30-2005 Rev.
A TONY FRANKLIN BASS, 019-0085 SWITCH & CONTROL FUNCTION 3-WAY SWITCH POSITION MASTER VOLUME AND TONE OPERATE IN ALL POSITIONS V cit2 li , 1 POSITION in II r i-I I NECK PICKUP (A) BRIDGE PICKUP (B) PICKUP IS ON I I PICKUP IS OFF A PICKUP (NECK) B PICKUP (BRIDGE) INDICATES POSITION OF 3-WAY SWITCH 0000 A 0000 00 00 00 00 air 3-WAY SWITCH MASTER VOLUME MASTER TONE 0 Pg. 4 of 4 01-30-2005 Rev.