Required tools:
Optional Tools:
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Drill/cordless drill
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Countersink, 12 mm
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Wood drill bits, 1.5mm, 2mm and 4mm
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Phillips screwdriver (small and medium)
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Slotted screwdriver (medium)
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Spanner, 10mm and 14mm
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Rubber mallet
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String cutter
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Soldering iron and solder
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Fret files and saddle files
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Sand paper or chisel
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Accessories for paint and finish (e.g. stain, cloth, etc.)
Preparation: Lacquer body and neck (optional)
Both the body and the neck are sanded ready to be painted at the factory, so that oil- or wax-based stains as well as spray
paint can be easily absorbed. As wood is a natural material which expands or contracts under different temperature and
humidity conditions, it is recommended to seal the back of the body and neck with a finish. All holes and routings for
attachments and electronics, the neck pocket as well as the fretboard and frets should be taped well beforehand with
adhesive tape, as an additional layer of varnish may prevent them from fitting properly.
ATTENTION:
Carry out any painting on a clean and dust-free surface and in properly ventilated
environments at all times!
Tipp 1:
For best results, it is recommended to experiment with the colour and technique
used on a separate piece of wood.
Tipp 2:
Although the body and neck have already been pre-sanded at the factory, any
irregularities in the sanding can be corrected with fine-grained sandpaper (1000 grain) to
ensure even colour absorption of the wood.
Tipp 3:
To avoid cracks and bursts in the finish, the paint should be allowed to cure for at
least 3-4 days, depending on the paint used, before attachments are fitted to the
body or neck.
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