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checklist for setting up electric guitar
1. Inspection
Check the body for any cracks or damages.
Inspect the neck for warping or twists.
Examine the hardware (bridge, tuners, pickups) for wear.
2. Cleaning
Wipe down the body with a microfiber cloth.
Clean the fretboard with appropriate fretboard conditioner.
Polish the pickups and hardware to remove any grime.
3. Restringing
Remove old strings from the guitar.
Choose the appropriate gauge of new strings.
String the guitar, ensuring proper winding and tension.
4. Neck Adjustment
Use a capo on the first fret and press down on the last fret to check neck relief.
Adjust the truss rod if necessary to achieve proper relief.
Recheck neck relief after adjustments.
5. Action Adjustment
Measure string height at the 12th fret.
Adjust the bridge saddles to achieve desired action.
Check for fret buzzing and make further adjustments if needed.
6. Intonation
Use a tuner to check the pitch of each string at the 12th fret.
Compare the pitch with the open string and adjust saddle position as necessary.
Repeat for all strings to ensure proper intonation.
7. Pickup Height Adjustment
Measure the distance between the pickups and strings.
Adjust the pickup height for balanced output across all strings.
Test the output level while strumming to ensure consistency.
8. Final Check
Tune the guitar to the desired pitch.
Play chords and scales to test for any buzzing or dead spots.
Ensure all hardware is tightened and secure.
9. Documentation
Record string gauge and any settings for future reference.
Note any issues encountered and steps taken to resolve them.
Keep a log of maintenance for ongoing care of the instrument.
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