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:
✳
When the truss rod is tightened (clockwise rotation), the neck tilts back and becomes straight.
✳
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.
✳
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.
✳
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.
As soon as the instrument is tuned, the neck curve is adjusted, the string action is adapted to the
respective playing style and all strings intonated correctly, you hold a completely playable electric
guitar in your hands!
We wish you a lot of fun with your new instrument!
*
If errors or problems occur during installation, please contact our service staff. You can find their
contact
details at www.musicstore.de.
17
ENGLISH
