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 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;
Links to 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!