Peavey Adrain Vandenburg User's Manual
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1. ADRIAN VANDENBERG FRY SIGNATURE MODEL OPERATING GUIDE WARNING TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE READ BACK COVER FOR FURTHER WARNINGS ADRIAN VANDENBERG SIGNATURE MODEL FEATURES Custom Body Design Bilaminated Maple Neck w Ebony Fingerboard 24 Nickel Silver Frats 15 Fingerboard Radius 24 Scale One High Output Alnico Humbucking Pickup One High Output Single Coil Pickup One 3 way Selector Switch Two Master Volume Controls KAHLER Floyd Rose Lic Double Locking Tremolo System 5 Sculpted Tilted Reverse Peghead Schaller Security Locks ADRIAN VANDENBERG SIGNATURE MODEL CONTROLS 1 Volume Controls These act as an individual volume control for each of tha two pickups Rotating the control knob clockwise will increase volume rotating counter clockwise will recuce the volume 2 Pickup Selector Switch One 3 Way Selector Switch selecis three permutations of pickup arrangement position one Neck Pickup position two both pickups position three bridge pickup NOTE CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE PICKUPS AND STRINGS INADEQUATE CLEARANCE WILL RE SULT IN LOSS OF SUSTAIN AND POSSIBLE VOLUME STRING BUZZING WHEN PLAYING ON THE UPPER CONTROLS FRETS MINIMUM RECOMMENDED CLEARANCEIS Wr 4125 When adjusting pickup height care should be taken to ensure that the2. NOTE CORRECT BRIDGE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION OFTHE TREMOLO SYSTEM INCORRECT ADJUST MENT WILL CAUSE TREMOLO SYSTEM MAL FUNCTION IT IS THEREFORE HIGHLY RECOM MENDED THAT ALL STRING HEIGHT AND AC TION ADJUSTMENTS BE MADE BY MEANS OF THE NECK TILT ADJUSTMENT FEATURE AND THAT THE BRIDGE HEIGHT NOT BE CHANGED FROM ITS FACTORY SETTING Saddle Height Adjustment All saddle height and intonation adjustments must be mace prior to tightening string lock Refer to enclosed Kahler literature package String Intonation Accurate string intonation settings insure that your instrument will play in tune at any point on the neck Although perfect intonation is a physical impossibility with a fretted instrument the correct settings will maxi mize the accuracy of individual notes up and down the neck Intonation is set by comparing the pitch of an open string to the pitch of the same string when itis played one octave higher at the 12th fret The actual vibrating length of that string is varied until the notes are both at the right pitch The vibrating length of the string is altered by adjusting the bridge saddle either forward or backward depending on whether the fretted note is sharper or flatter in pitch than the open note Ifthe fretted note is sharper than the open note the vibrating length of the string must be increased move the bridge saddle to the rear away from the pickups If the frette
3. AGREEMENT BY ANY PERSON SHALL BE VALID AS TO OR BINDING UPON PEAVEY THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD AND A LEGIBLE COPY OF THE PROOF OF PURCHASE SUPPLIED TO YOU BY THE AUTHORIZED PEAVEY DEALER IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR PURCHASE FROM HIM OF THIS GUITAR SHOULD BE ACCURATELY COMPLETED MAILED TO AND RECEIVED BY PEAVEY WITHIN FOURTEEN 14 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF YOUR PURCHASE Should notification become necessary for any condition that would require correction the registration card will help insure that you are contacted and properly notitied It you mova trom the address shown on the WARRANTY REGISTRATION GARD you should notify Peavey of the change of address so as to facilitate Your reaoipt of any bulatin or ather forms of ratification which may become necessary in connection with any condition that may caquire dissernination of formation or correction The WARRANTY REGISTRATION GARD anc subsequent notices ofchange of address should be mailed to PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION PO Box 2898 Meridian MS 39301 Inthe event any modification or disclaimer of express or implied warranties or any limitation of remedies contained herein conflicts with applicable law Than such modification disclaimer or limitation as tho case may bo shall be deemed to be mocitied io tho extent necessary to comply with such iaw The limited warranty is given by Peavey Electronics Corporation with respect fo equipment purchased in the United States of Ameri
4. result in excessive string buzz and rattle espe cially with a heavy playing technique Excessively high action will result in intonation problems and decreased playability After adjustment securely tighten all four neck att aching screws Tune guitar to standard pitch Check strings for correct height and playability If necessary repeat steps 1 through 5 until action is correct KAHLER Floyd Rose Lic Double Locking Tremolo System Yourinstrumentis equippedwith agenuine KAHLER Floyd Rose Lic Double Locking Tremolo System Instructions regarding use of the string lock and tuning mechanisms will be found in the enclosed Kehler literature package Bridge Angle Adjustment The angle of the tremolo bridge is set by the screws holding the spring claw in place To gain access to the spring claw and spring claw screws remove the spring cover on the back of the guitar Turn the tension screws clockwise to decrease the bridge angle Turn the tension screws counterclock wise to increase the bridge angle The recommended bridge angle measured from the surface of the body is 5 to 8 Bridge Height Adjustment Bridge height may be adjusted by means of the bridge pivot bolts Turn the pivot bolts clockwise to reduce bridge height Turn the pivot bolts counter clockwise to increase bridge height TENSION SCREWS caw INERTIA Block Last Fret TORSION ROD NUT First Fret E e
5. top surface of the pickup is parallel to the SWITCH string plane Improper adjustment can cause reducad pickup output and reduced hum cancellation The six individual pole piece screws on the bridge pickup allow critical pickup adjustment for each string Raising or lowering screws will increase or decrease treble sensitivity Adjustments Your instrument has been carefully adjusted for accu rate te intonation and playing ease at the Peavey factory However your playing style or playing requirements may ne fut Pes cessitate additional adjustments at some time in the ture These adjustments should be made by your avey Dealer However with a little care and by adhering closely to the following instructions you may attempt these adjustments yourselt CAUTION PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUC TIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting Torsion Rod All guitar necks must have a slight amount of bow to keep the strings from buzzing on the frets To set the straightness of the neck a Peavey torsion rod wrench No 75031006 must be used available from a Peavey Ac 1 2 3 cessory Center Tune the instrument to standard A 440 pitch Fret the sixth string E at the first and last frets Check for clearance between the string and the eighth fret Clearance should be no less than 012 and no more than 025 To increase clearance loosen counterclockwise the torsion rod nut L
6. underside of the strings so it Is often necessary to slide a rag between the strings and the fingerboard Dirt laden strings cause tuning and into nation problems as well as rust and corrosion For best performance strings should be changed ap proximately once a month or every twenty four playing hours Some players may find that they prefer to change strings more often Finish Your instrument has a polyester urethane finish which s both durable and weather resistant but nevertheless needs care Automotive grade waxes will protect clean and shine it Between waxings the instrument should be wiped with a dry soft cloth KAHLER TREMOLO WARRANTY INFORMATION The Kahler tremolo system used on thisinstrumentis warranted by American Procisicn Metalworks manulacturor of Kahler tremolos anc covers such veage as s specifically outlined in the warrenty and instructions incluced in the packet provided wi the Iremolo to which the buyer is directed Due regard must 9e observed that this individual warranty may require that no one except American Precision Melelworks can make adjustments of repairs without creating the dangerot voiding theindividual Kabler warranty Any inquiries for information concerning warranty serviso of replacement parts tor the Kahlor tremole should be directed to American Precision Metalworks P O Box 9205 Anaheim Callornia 92802 PEAVEY GUITAR ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY REMEDY PEAVEY ELECTRON
7. F THIS IN STRUMENT ARE GROUNDED ACCORDING TO PROPER AND ACCEPTED INDUSTRY PRACTICE BUT IT 16 POSSIBLE TO ENCOUNTER AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK WHEN COMING INTO CONTACT WITH ANOTHER ELECTRICAL APPARATUS IF 1T HAS IMPROPER GROUNDING FACILITIES WARNING DONOTUSEIMPROPER OR POORLY DESIGNED GUITAR STRAPS OR OTHER MEANS OF SUPPORT POSSIBLE INJURY COULO RESULT IF IMPROPER INFERIOR ILL FITTING OR WORN OUT STAAPS ARE USED THE INSTRUMENT COULD POSSIBLY FALL CAUSING BODILY INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE INSTRUMENT OR ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT IF THE HOLOING DEVICES FAIL FOR ANY REASON THIS LIMITED WARRANTY S IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE PROVIDED HOWEVER THAT IF THE OTHER TERMS AND CON DITIONS NECESSARY TO THE EXISTENCE OF THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY AS HEREINABOVE STATED HAVE BEEN COMPLIED WITH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE NOT DISCLAIMED DURING THE ONE YEAR PERIOD FROM DATE OF PURCHASE OF THIS GUITAR SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITA TIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOUMAY ALSO HAYE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY ON THIS GUITAR AND NO OTHER STATEMENT REPRESENTATION WARRANTY GR
8. ICS CORPORATION Peavey warrants this Guitar to be froe Irom detects in materialand workmanship for a period of one year rom date of purchase PROVIDED however that this limited warranty is extandec only to the original ratail purchaser and is subiect to the conditions exclusigns and limitations hereinafter set forth CONDITIONS EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIMITED WARRANTY This limited warranty shall be VOID and of NO EFFECT if 1 The tirat purchase of the product is far the purpose of resale or 2 The original rtall purchaseis not made froman AUTHORIZED PEAVEY DEALER or 3 The product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable uss negloct impropar service or maintenance or other causes not arising out of defects in material of workmanship Tris Limited Warranty shall nct extene to or cover guitar strings Raplace ment of guitar strings sceemedto ve reasonable andnecessary maintenance Purchaser s exclusive remedy for breach of this limited warrenty isrepai of the detect or replacement of the guitar at the option of Peavey Service work may be portormed by any Peavey Authorized Service Center or if the service center iGunabloto provide na nacessary warranty service you wili be citectec tothe nearest otner Peevey Authorized Service Caner which can provide such service Or ou may return the guitar postege prepaid and insured along with a deseription of the problem proof of purchase and 2 complete retur da
9. ca DANGER GUITAR STRINGS ARE MADE FROM VERY STRONG STEEL ALLOYS THEY ARE DESIGNED TO BE USED UNDER TENSION AND UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS THEY MAY BREAK AND SPRING AWAY FROM THE GUITAR DO NOT TUNE OR PLAY THIS INSTAUMENT WITH YOUR FACE IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE STRINGS AS SERIOUS INJURY COULD RESULT IF A STRING SHOULD BREAK WARNING BASS GUITAR STRINGS ARE UNDER CONSIDERABLE TENSION WHEN THEY ARE TUNED TO CONCERT A 440 PITCH EXERCISE EXTREME CARE WHEN TUNING ESPECIALLY ABOVE CONCERT PITCH OF WHEN EMPLOYING STRING BENDING OR POPPING PLAYING TECHNIQUES THE POSSIBILITY OF STRING BREAKAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY EXISTS UNDER THESE CONDITIONS NOTE THE PATCH CORD BETWEEN THE GUITAR AND THE AMPLIFIER IS AN EXTREMELY IMPORTANT LINK FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE A HIGH QUALITY WELL SHIELDED CORD SHOULD BE USED IN THIS APPLICATION KAHLER ISA REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF AMERICAN PRECISION METAL WORKS INC Due 1o our ettrs tor constant improvement features and apeciicalors are subject gt change without novice PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 711 A Sireet Meridian MS 99901 U S A Telephone 601 483 5365 Fax 801 484 4278 Telex 504115 1988 Printed in US A 60300775 2 88
10. d note is flat the vibrating length must be shortened move the bridge saddle forwarc toward the pickups to shorten the length Refer to enclosed Kahler literature package for sacdle adjustment instructions NOTE IT IS OFTEN DIFFICULT FOR THE UNTRAINED EAR TO DETERMINE WHEN THE OPEN NOTE AND THE FRETTED NOTE ARE AT PRECISELY THE SAME PITCH SOME PLAYERS FIND THAT COMPARING THE 12TH FRET HARMONIC OF THE STRING RATHER THAN THE OPEN NOTE TO THE FRETTED NOTE IS MUCH EASIER A HARMONIC IS PLAYED BY PLUCKING THE STRING WITH THE RIGHT HAND WHILE TOUCH ING THE STRING WITH THE LEFT INDEX FINGER AS LIGHTLY AS POSSIBLE DIRECTLY ABOVE THE TWELFTH FRET THE LEFT INDEX FINGER S DRAWN AWAY AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE AFTER THESTRINGIS PLUCKED PRODUCING A CHIME EFFECT THIS CHIMED NOTE IS THEN COM PARED TO THE FRETTED NOTE For even greater ease and high degree of accuracy we recommend one of the many types of electronic guitar tuners that are available from most music stores The tuners which use either a meter or a moving LED display are usually easier to use than the type with a numerical frequency readout NOTE BOTH TORSION ROD AND STRING HEIGHT SET TINGS INTERACT CLOSELY WITH STRING IN TONATION THESE ADJUSTMENTS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ANY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO SET STRING INTONATION AT THE BRIDGE 1 Insure that torsion rod and string height settings are accurate 2 Tune guitar to standard A 440 pitch 3 Hold the i
11. ess clearance straightening of the neck is accomplished by tightening the nut CAUTION IT IS NOT USUALLY NECESSARY TO ROTATE THE TORSION ROD NUT MORE THAN ONE FULL TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION ONE QUARTER TO ONE HALF TURN IS NORMALLY SUFFICIENT TO MAKE MOST ADJUSTMENTS EXCESSIVE ROTATION MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO NECK AND TORSION ROD IF EXCESSIVE FORCE IS NECES SARY TO ROTATE TORSION ROD NUT YOU SHOULD CONSULT YOUR PEAVEY DEALER OR THE FACTORY BEFORE ANY FURTHER ADJUST MENT IS MADE 8 Repeat Steps 1 through 5 until proper clearance has Ne been reached ok Tilt The neck tilt adjustment works in conjunction with the bri idge height adjustment to set the overall string playing height This adjustment should be used whenever pos sible to set string height rather than the bridge height adjustment 1 2 Relieve string tension slightly by detuning guitar approximately 1 to 2 full steps Loosen two neck screws closest to headstock of guitar approximately 1 turn Loosen remaining two neck screws closest to bridge approximately 2 turns String height may now be adjusted with the neck tilt screw which is located inside the fifth hole inthe neck plate A allen wrench is used to make this adjust ment Turning the screw clockwise lowers the strings closer to the fingerboard String height should be adjusted to fit your own particular playing style It should be noted that setting the string height too low will
12. nstrument in a normal playing position or place the guitar on aclean flat surtace so that only the body is in contact with the work surface Any pres sure on the neck will affect intonation settings 4 Play the 1st string open and compare itto the pitch of the same string when it is played at the 12th fret These notes should be the same one octave apart 5 Using wrench supplied with Kahler tremolo unit adjust the string saddle so that both the fretted and open notes are the same Refer to enclosed Kahler literature package for saddle adjustment instructions NOTE IT WILL OFTEN BE NECESSARY TO RETURN THE OPEN STRING TO STANDARD PITCH AFTER THE BRIDGE POSITION IS ALTERED 6 Repeat steps 4 and for the remaining strings 7 Repeat steps 1 through 6 as necessary until into nation of all the strings is accurately adjusted Care for the Instrument This is a high quality musical instrument constructed from the finest materials and with the most up to date production methods available With reasonable care it should provide many many years of service and out standing playability Temperature and Humidity It is important that your instrument be protected from any extremes of sudden changes in either temperature or humidity The instrument should be stored in its case whenever it is not in use Strings String life may be greatly extended by frequent clean ng and wiping after use Dirt and perspiration tend to build up on the
13. ros to PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 711 A Sues Meridian MS 39901 the dafectis remedial under tn slimited warranty and theothertermsand concitione oxprassee herain have been complige with Peavay will rapair or replace tna product and will return i Ireignt collect to Ine purenasor Other than the postage and insurance requirement no charge will be made forsuch repair or replacement The liability of Peavey to the purchaser for any cost whatscover and rogardlose of the lorm 9 action whether in contract or in tor including negligence shall be limited to actual damages up to an amount equal to the greater of the purchase price o the product causing the damage or 500 09 UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL PEAVEY BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST PROFITS ANY INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE GUITAR EVEN IF PEAVEY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES The foregoing imitation of remedy will not apply te tha paymantofcostard damage awar s for personal injury or damage to real property cr tangible personal property caused by negligence on the part of Peavey DANGER ALL AMPLIFICATION ACCESSORIES MICROPHONES MIXERS ETC MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED AND SHOULD BE UTILIZED WITH A WIRE MAINS SYSTEM IN ORDER TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK DANGER DO NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH OTHER ELECTRICAL APPARATUS WHEN PLAYING OR TOUCHING YOUR INSTRUMENT THE METAL PAATS O
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