Mantenimiento De Guitarra Electrica

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Our congratulations and deepest thanks on making Ibanez your choice of instrument. Ibanez standards are second to none. All Ibanez instruments are set up to our strict quality control standards before shipping. The purpose of this manual is to explain how to maintain your instrument’s finish and to keep your guitar playing as well as it did when it left our factory.

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STRINGS AND TUNING MACHINES
If strings become dirty, discolored, or produce a dull sound or buzz, replace the strings with new ones. For best results we recommend replacing one string at a time, this will help to avoid removing the string tension from the neck. When replacing strings with different gauge strings, it may be necessary to adjust the truss rod tension. (Werecommend only qualified technicians perform this.) Instruments that have tremolo systems installed may need to be adjusted after string replacement as changes in string tension can cause the tremolo to raise or lower. Please follow the instructions below for your particular model. The strings should be tightly wound on to the tuning machines from top to bottom with 2 to 3 string wraps around thepost. In the case of unwound guitar strings, the ends of the strings should be prepared as shown in the diagram to prevent unintentional slippage from the posts.

NECK
Ibanez steel string guitars and basses are LOOSEN equipped with TIGHTEN TIGHTEN adjustable truss rods. The purpose of a truss rod is to adjust the neck to counteract string tension. There are many reasons for truss rod adjustments.One of the most frequent reasons is changing string gauges or tuning pitch which can affect string tension. String tension changes may affect the string height and cause fret buzz or notes that don’t ring true.
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In the case of tuning machines, where the string ends are inserted 1 into the posts, the string can be cut to length in advance using a pair of string cutters. If thetuning machines are sealed gear units, they are selflubricating types. The set screws for the tuning knob are adjustment screws that can be tightened with a small Philips head screwdriver to increase the tension.

To adjust the truss rod, locate the truss rod nut and adjust it by inserting the LOOSEN correct wrench into the nut and tightening (clockwise) or TIGHTEN loosening (counter clockwise) therod. Truss rod tension can be measured by installing a capo at the first fret the holding the strings down at the fret position where the neck joins the body. Insert a thickness gauge between the string and the fret at the 8th fret. There should between 0.3mm to 0.5mm clearance. That clearance is referred to as “neck relief.” Too much neck relief can cause the neck to have higher action in themiddle of the neck causing poor intonation and uncomfortable playability. No neck relief can cause fret buzz.

*The use of coarse strings may lead to buzzing and sound distortion. Using strings that have twists or kinks may cause buzzing or decreased sustain. Make sure that the new strings are smooth and free from any defects before installing.

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*Appropriate care must be taken whenadjusting the neck and we recommend only qualified technicians perform this procedure.

ACTION
Ibanez guitar string action is set at the factory. However there are many reasons that an instrument’s string height can change. 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 orunclear 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 TREBLE SIDE BASS SIDE been adjusted or strings have SOLID GUITARS 1.5mm 2.0mm been changed to a different SEMI ACOUSTIC GUITARS gauge. Follow the instructions in FULL...