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Graphtech Ghost - User Manual

Graphtech Ghost
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User Guide

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Graphtech Ghost Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGraphtech
ModelGhost
CategoryAccessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Overview of the Ghost System

Guitar Compatibility Check

Details compatibility of the ghost® system with various guitar types and bridge styles.

Modular Component Introduction

Explains the modular nature of ghost® system components and their interconnections.

System Output Options

Describes how to connect the ghost® system to amplifiers using mono, stereo, or 13-pin MIDI cables.

Planning Your Ghost Installation

Locating System Components

Guidance on finding suitable locations for ghost® system boards within guitar cavities.

Converting Tone Pot to Acoustic Volume

Method to convert a tone pot into an acoustic volume control using the supplied harness.

Replacing Pot with Stacked Pot

Alternative method to add acoustic volume using a stacked or concentric pot.

Drilling for Acoustic Volume Pot

Procedure for drilling a new hole to install an acoustic volume pot.

Routing, Drilling, and Notching

Saddle Wire Routing and Preparation

Hexpander 13-pin Jack Installation

Jack Cavity Preparation Steps

Guidance on preparing the guitar body for the 13-pin jack using templates and drilling.

Installing Ghost Modular Components

Ghost Saddles Installation

Guidance on installing ghost® pickup saddles and handling their wires.

Saddle Seating and Setup

Properly setting up ghost® saddles for optimal performance and tone.

Hexpander Installation and Connections

Locating and Mounting the Hexpander

Guidance on locating and mounting the Hexpander board in the guitar cavity.

13-pin Jack Mounting Details

Steps for bolting the 13-pin jack plate and aligning the Traktion switch.

Optional Controls and Configurations

Piggyback Hexpander & Acousti-Phonic

Technical Considerations

Bridge Radius and Saddle Adjustment

Importance of matching bridge radius and avoiding filing of ghost® pickup saddles.

String Grounding to Prevent Hum

Methods for grounding guitar strings to prevent hum, especially on Tune-O-Matic bridges.

Ground Loops Prevention

Strategies for preventing ground loops by using a central ground point in a star pattern.

Shielded Cavity Caveat

Addressing potential noise issues caused by shielded control cavities and preventing ground loops.