“A one stop shop for all the basics you need to know.â€
Part of Jonny Blackwood's "Easy Guide" Series, "How to Build and Setup Guitar Kits like a Pro" is a clear, concise, step-by-step manual written for those with little to no guitar building experience. With simple directions and over 130 photos, you will gain the understanding needed to assemble and setup bolt-on guitar kits with great results!
Included in the book:
- A 9-step method on assembling bolt-on style guitars
- Tips and tricks to save you time and headaches
- Guidance on sanding, finishing & more
- Proper soldering technique explained
- Scale length explained
- Guitar electronics explained
- How to effectively shield the instrument
- Popular wiring modification suggestions
- Online wiring and setup methods from Fender and others
- Simple setup instructions for strat and tele-style guitars
- How to restring properly
- How to adjust truss rods for optimal neck bow
- How to shim necks and adjust neck tilt
- How to adjust bridge angle on tremolo equipped guitars
- How to adjust intonation
- How to file nut slots, and more!
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Books available from the author (paperback and kindle edition):
How to Setup Your Guitar Like A Pro: An Easy Guide for Beginners
How to Build & Setup Guitar Kits like a Pro: An Easy Guide for Bolt-on Neck Guitars
How to Start and Run a Successful Guitar Repair Business: Practical Tips for the New Entrepreneur
