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The document provides a detailed parts list for a "JEFF BECK STRATOCASTER 0109600," indicating that the device is an electric guitar, specifically a Fender Stratocaster model associated with Jeff Beck. This comprehensive list outlines the various components that make up the instrument, from its core structural elements to its intricate electronic and mechanical parts, offering insights into its construction, functionality, and potential maintenance requirements.
At its heart, the Jeff Beck Stratocaster is designed for musical performance, allowing a musician to produce a wide range of sounds and tones characteristic of electric guitars. The "Neck, Jeff Beck Stratocaster, R/W" (Ref.# 1) is a primary interface for the player, providing the fretboard where notes are selected. Its construction, likely rosewood (R) or maple (W) with a specific profile, contributes significantly to the guitar's playability and feel. The "Body, Jeff Beck Strat, Solid Color" (Ref.# 6), available in "Vintage White," "Surf Green," and "Midnight Purple," forms the resonant chamber and structural foundation for all other components. The choice of solid color indicates a classic aesthetic, while the solid body construction is crucial for sustain and tone, minimizing unwanted feedback often associated with hollow-body instruments at high volumes.
The tuning system is critical for maintaining pitch accuracy. "Tuning Key, (1) Set" (Ref.# 2, 3) components are responsible for adjusting the tension of the strings, allowing the guitar to be tuned to the desired pitch. These keys, typically geared mechanisms, provide fine control over string tension. The "Nut Assembly" (Ref.# 4) guides the strings from the tuning keys to the fretboard, setting the initial string height and spacing at the headstock end. Associated "Mounting Screw" and "Shim, .005" / "Shim, .010" indicate adjustable components that allow for precise setup of the nut height, which is vital for comfortable playability and accurate intonation.
The guitar's playability and structural integrity are further supported by the "Truss Rod Adjustment Nut" (Ref.# 5) and "Truss Rod Adjusting Wrench." The truss rod, embedded within the neck, counteracts string tension, preventing the neck from bowing. Adjusting this nut allows a technician or experienced user to fine-tune the neck's relief, ensuring optimal string action across the fretboard. This is a crucial maintenance feature for adapting the guitar to different string gauges or environmental conditions.
The "Neck Mounting Plate" (Ref.# 7) and its "Mounting Screw" secure the neck to the body, a fundamental connection that impacts the instrument's sustain and resonance. The "Tilt Adjustment Screw" and "Tilt Adjusting Wrench" suggest a micro-tilt neck adjustment system, a feature that allows for subtle changes in the neck angle relative to the body, further refining string action and playability without shimming the neck pocket.
The "Strap Button" (Ref.# 8) with its "Mounting Screw" and associated "Felt Washer, White" and "Felt Washer, Black" are practical features for live performance, allowing the guitarist to attach a strap and play while standing. The felt washers protect the guitar's finish from the metal strap button.
The electronic heart of the Stratocaster lies in its pickups and control circuitry. The "Pickguard, Jeff Beck Strat" (Ref.# 9) serves as a protective cover for the electronics and a mounting platform for the pickups and controls. The "Pickup, Neck/Middle, Lace Sensor" (Ref.# 10) and "Pickup, Bridge, Dual Lace Sensor" (Ref.# 11) are the transducers that convert string vibrations into electrical signals. Lace Sensor pickups are known for their low-noise operation and specific tonal characteristics, contributing to the guitar's unique sound profile. The "Mounting Screw" and "Tubing, Latex Cut" associated with the pickups indicate how they are secured and potentially isolated from vibrations or adjusted for height, which significantly affects their output and tone.
The "Control, 250K, Volume/Tone (2)" (Ref.# 12) and "Control, 250K, Dual" (Ref.# 13) are potentiometers that allow the player to adjust the volume and tone of the guitar's output. The "Mounting Hex Nut" and "Lock Washer, Intl" secure these controls to the pickguard. The "Knob, Volume, White" (Ref.# 14) and "Knob, Tone, White (2)" (Ref.# 15) are the tactile interfaces for these controls, allowing for real-time sound shaping during play.
The "Switch, DPDT Push Push" (Ref.# 16) and "Switch, Lever 5-Position" (Ref.# 17) are crucial for selecting different pickup configurations. The 5-position lever switch is a hallmark of the Stratocaster, offering a variety of single-coil tones (neck, neck+middle, middle, middle+bridge, bridge). The DPDT (Double Pole Double Throw) push-push switch likely provides additional tonal options, such as coil-splitting for humbucking pickups (if present, though Lace Sensors are single-coil designs, they can have unique wiring options) or phase switching, expanding the sonic palette available to the player. These switches, along with their "Button, Switch" and "Mounting Screw," are integral to the guitar's versatility.
The "Capacitor, .022uF, (2)" (Ref.# 18) and "Resistor, 82K" (Ref.# 19) are passive electronic components within the guitar's tone circuit, shaping the frequency response and overall tonal character. The "Solder Lug" (Ref.# 20) and "Mounting Screw" are used for internal wiring connections.
The "Output Jack" (Ref.# 21) is where the guitar's electrical signal is sent to an amplifier or other audio equipment. The "Mounting Hex Nut" and "Lock Washer, Intl" secure it to the guitar body. The "Jack Ferrule" (Ref.# 22) provides a clean, finished look around the output jack.
The "Bridge Assy, Am Std Strat" (Ref.# 23) is a complex mechanical system that anchors the strings at the body end and allows for vibrato effects. This "American Standard Stratocaster" bridge is a key feature, known for its two-point pivot system. The "Pivot Screw, Am. Std." (Ref.# 24) and "Insert, Am. Std." are the fulcrum points for the bridge, allowing it to rock back and forth. The "Bridge Plate" (Ref.# 25) is the main body of the bridge, housing the "Tremolo Block," which provides mass for sustain and connects to the tremolo springs. "Mounting Screw" components secure these parts.
The "Bridge Section (6)" (Ref.# 26) refers to the individual saddles for each string. Each saddle has an "Intonation Screw (6)" (Ref.# 27) and "Intonation Spring 5&6" / "Intonation Spring 1-4" that allow for precise adjustment of string length, ensuring that the guitar plays in tune across the entire fretboard. "Height Adjustment Screw 1&6" and "Height Adjustment Screw 2-5" (Ref.# 28) on each saddle allow for individual string height adjustment, enabling the player to set the action to their preference. These adjustments are critical for both playability and accurate intonation, requiring careful setup and occasional maintenance.
The "Spring, Tremolo Arm" (Ref.# 29) and "Tremolo Spring" (Ref.# 23, part of the bridge assembly) are essential for the vibrato system. The tremolo springs are housed in a cavity on the back of the guitar and provide tension against the tremolo block, returning the bridge to its neutral position after the "Tremolo Arm" (Ref.# 23) is used. The "Knob, Tremolo Arm, White" (Ref.# 23) is the cap for the tremolo arm. The tremolo system allows the player to bend notes and chords up or down in pitch, creating expressive vibrato effects. Proper spring tension and lubrication are important for smooth operation and tuning stability.
Finally, the "Back Plate, Tremolo, Black/White/Black" (Ref.# 30) with its "Mounting Screw" covers the tremolo spring cavity on the back of the guitar. This plate protects the springs and provides a finished look, often with a multi-ply construction for durability and aesthetics.
In summary, the Jeff Beck Stratocaster is a sophisticated musical instrument designed for professional performance and versatility. Its features, from the specific neck and body construction to the Lace Sensor pickups and advanced tremolo system, are geared towards delivering a distinctive tonal palette and exceptional playability. Maintenance involves periodic adjustments of the truss rod, string action, and intonation, as well as ensuring the smooth operation of the tremolo system. The modular nature of its components, as detailed in the parts list, also facilitates repairs and upgrades, allowing the instrument to be kept in optimal playing condition for many years.
General| Body Material | Alder |
|---|---|
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Fingerboard Material | Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 25.5" (648 mm) |
| Frets | 22 Medium Jumbo |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5" (241 mm) |
| Controls | Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 2. (Bridge/Middle Pickup) |
| Tuning Machines | Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed Locking |
| Pickup Switching | 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup |
| Tuners | Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed Locking |
| Hardware | Chrome |
| Strings | Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges) |
| Neck Shape | "C" Shape |
| Unique Features | Contoured Heel for Easier Access to Upper Frets, LSR Roller Nut |
| Bridge | 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Stainless Steel Saddles |
| Nut Material | LSR Roller Nut |
