S : TRS101 LOCKING TREMOLO
G U I T A R I N F O R M A T I O N
G U I T A R I N F O R M A T I O N
TREMOLOS
SWITCHING FUNCTION
Ibanez Instruments are unique in the simplicity and versatility of our
switching systems. Each model was designed to allow the maximum
amount of useful pickup positions with the simplest operations.
FINE TUNING
After locking the top lock, fine tuning the instrument can be done by
turning the fine tuning screws (A).
*To allow maximum fine tuning adjustment, it is recommended that the fine tuners be set to the
middle position before locking the nut.
ADJUSTING THE STRING HEIGHT
The height adjustment of the tremolo can be raised or lowered by
adjusting the pivot studs (B) that the tremolo mounts on. These are
located at either side of the front of the bridge. Clockwise lowers the
tremolo and counter clockwise raises the tremolo.
ADJUSTING THE INTONATION
Loosen the Pressure pad screw (D) on the locking nut and loosen the
string to be adjusted. Loosen the Saddle lock screws (E) on the saddle to
be adjusted and adjust the saddle forward or backward. Tighten the
Saddle lock screw (E) and tune the string. After rechecking the
intonation, tighten the Pressure pad screw (D).
*On the base plate there are two holes for each Saddle lock screw. These allow the user to change
string gauges while allowing the maximum saddle movement. If the intonation cannot be adjusted
because the saddle needs to be set back further, remove the intonation screw and insert it into the
hole located further back on the bridge plate.
REPLACING THE STRINGS
In the case of TRS101 tremolo, replace the strings one by one. Removing all
the old strings at once will release the tension on the tremolo and change the
tremolo angle “up-pull.”
Loosen the Pressure pad screw (D) on the locking nut and loosen the string to
be replaced. Loosen the String stopper screw (F) and remove the string from
the saddle. Cut off the ball end of new string as shown on the illustration and
insert the cut side of new string between the saddle and the String holder
block . Tighten the String stopper screw (F) and tune the string. After
checking the intonation, tighten the Pressure pad screw (D) on the locking
nut.
ADJUSTING THE TREMOLO SPRING
The tremolo springs adjust the tremolo angle by tightening or loosening
the tremolo tension. To adjust tremolo angle, locate the adjustment
screws in the rear tremolo cavity. The tremolo system when in tune
should sit parallel to the surface of the guitar as follows.
If the tremolo system is not sitting parallel to the surface of the guitar,
remove the tremolo cavity cover plate and tighten the Tremolo tension
adjustment screws if the tremolo is forward dumped. Loosen the screws
if the tremolo is up-pulled. Retune the strings to the proper pitch and
check the angle. Choose the number and placement of the tremolo
springs according to the string gauge and the tremolo angle.
BRIDGES
AX, ICX, DTX :
FULL TUNE II GUITAR BRIDGE AND STANDARD BAR TAILPIECE
To replace strings, thread the new strings through the string holes
located on the back of the tailpiece and bring them up and over the
saddle. The intonation can be adjusted by moving the saddle forward or
backward using a Slot head (-) screwdriver on the adjustment screw at
the rear of the bridge. String height is controlled by raising or lowering
the two height adjustment spinners on either side of the bridge. The
height adjustment of
the bar tailpiece can
be raised or lowered
using the two height
adjustment studs on
either side of the
tailpiece.
AX : HARDTAIL BRIDGE
To change strings, thread the new strings through the string grommets
located on the back of the guitar and bring them up and over the saddle.
The intonation can be adjusted by adjusting the saddle forward or
backward using a Phillips (+) head screwdriver on the intonation
adjustment screw at the rear of the bridge. String height is controlled by
raising or lowering the small Allen screws using a wrench on either side
of the saddle.
ELECTRONICS
Neck
Center
Bridge
Neck
Center
Bridge
Neck
Center
Bridge
AX, ICX, DTX : 2 PICKUPS(H-H)
S : 3 PICKUPS(H-S-H)
SA : 3 PICKUPS(S-S-H)
CONTROLS
Tone
Volume
S, SA : 1V, 1T
Volume
Tone
3way Pickup Selector
ICX, DTX : 1V, 1T
Neck Tone
Bridge Tone
3way Pickup Selector
Neck Volume
Bridge Volume
AX : 2V, 2T
(D)
(A)
TRS101
(F)
(B) (E)
