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ACTION
Ibanez guitar string action is set at the factory.
However there are many reasons that an
instrument's
string
height
Instruments can be affected by changes in
temperature and moisture. High string action can
make the guitar difficult to play. If the string
action is too low, fret buzz or unclear notes can
occur. In the case of string action, make sure the
guitar is in tune and the truss rod is adjusted
properly. Ibanez action is set at the 14th fret. The
action may also need to be
readjusted after the neck has
been adjusted or strings have
been changed to a different
gauge. Follow the instructions in
the relevant bridge manual to
make adjustments.
*If strings other than those described above
are used, gradually increase the action clearance from the treble side through to the bass side.
INTONATION
Intonation adjustment is the operation of adjusting the location of the
string at the saddle to compensate for different string gauges or
different tunings. Follow the instructions of the particular bridge
intonation below. Intonation is properly set when the 12th fret note and
the 12th fret harmonic are exactly the same note . This is the center point
of the scale and the most accurate way of setting a standard scale
length. With the harmonic note as the standard, if the fretted note is flat
move the bridge saddle forward toward the headstock (a) to decrease
the string length. If the fretted note is sharp, move it back away from the
can
change.
TREBLE SIDE BASS SIDE
SOLID GUITARS
1.5mm
2.0mm
SEMI ACOUSTIC GUITARS
FULL ACOUSTIC
1.7mm
2.3mm
GUITARS
BASSES
2.0mm
2.5mm
headstock
(b)
increase
the
string
length
intonation
adjustments.
*Please note that strings can be
broken when the saddle is moved,
so always loosen the strings
before making adjustments.
The output level of the instrument as
well as the quality of the signal can be
affected by the pickup height. Pickup
height should be adjusted until the
volume of neck and bridge pickups are
almost equal with both volumes wide
open. The volume may drop drastically
if the pickup height is too low. As the
pickups are magnetic, fret buzzing and
distortion may occur if the pickup is
too close to the strings. Use a small
screwdriver to make adjustments to
raise or lower the pickup.
*Instruments that have adjustable pole pieces can be
adjusted to balance the output of each string.
Instruments with EQ sections or active pickups have batteries that need
to be replaced periodically. Replace the battery when the sound
becomes distorted or if you notice a volume decrease. To maximize
battery life remove the plug from the output jack when the guitar is not in
use, this turns off the circuit.
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BATTERY
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