Adjustment of the Neck Curve
The integrated neck truss (tension) rod offers the possibility to adjust the neck curvature with an
Allen key. Access to the neck truss rod is on the headstock behind the nut. The following applies:
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When the truss rod is tightened (clockwise rotation), the neck
tilts back and becomes straight.
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When the truss rod is loosened (turn counter-clockwise), the
neck tilts forward and becomes concave.
When adjusted optimally, all strings in the first frets should be playable without buzzing and without
being too far from the fretboard. Please note that adjustments should only be made in small steps
(maximum quarter turns) and allow the neck a little time to adjust after each step.
After each adjustment, tune the strings to the correct pitch and check the curvature of the neck
before making any further adjustments to the tension rod.
Adjusting the String Action
Depending on your playing habits, the string action can also be adjusted via the bridge bolts of the TOM
bridge by bolting them higher or lower into the drive-in sleeves. Loosen the string tension beforehand to
make adjustments to the bridge easier. Again, a flatter string action is easier to play, but if it is too flat, it
can cause noise when playing.
Adjusting the Intonation
To adjust the intonation of the instrument precisely, each string saddle on the bridge has its own adjusting
screw. To do this, use a tuner to compare the harmonics of the 12th fret (touch the string with the finger of the
left hand above the 12th fret bar when striking it) with the pitch of the fretted 12th fret and then adjust the
difference.
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If the fretted note is higher than the harmonics note, the string
length from the 12th fret to
the bridge is too short. The string
saddle must therefore be screwed further back.
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If the fretted note is lower than the harmonics note, the string
length from the 12th fret to the
bridge is too long. In this case, the
string saddle must be screwed further forward.
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