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Solo ST User Manual

Solo ST
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Solo ST Style DIY Electric
Guitar Kit
Assembly Manual
V 2.0
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Solo ST Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSolo
ModelST
CategoryMusical Instrument
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Wiring and Support Information

Wiring Diagrams

Provides links and instructions for accessing guitar wiring diagrams online.

Customer Support Channels

Details email and phone support options for customer assistance.

Showcasing Your Guitar

Encourages users to share photos of their completed guitar builds on Facebook.

Tools and Preparation

Required Tools and Materials

Lists essential tools and materials for assembling the DIY guitar kit.

Safety Precautions

Emphasizes using common sense and safety equipment during woodworking and wiring.

Assembly Checklist

Recommends reading instructions and checking all parts before assembly.

Assembly Disclaimer

Clarifies responsibilities regarding kit safety, finish application, and assembly techniques.

Finishing the Body and Neck

Fret Edge Preparation

Instructions for filing and smoothing sharp fret edges to prevent fingerboard damage.

Sanding and Grain Raising

Guides on sanding body and neck surfaces with specific grit sandpaper.

Applying Guitar Finish

Overview of finish application methods, including spraying and oil finishes.

Finishing Safety Tips

Advises on ventilation, fire safety, and protective gear during finishing processes.

Guitar Assembly Steps

Machine Head and String Tree Installation

Details on mounting machine heads and string tree retainers on the headstock.

Neck to Body Attachment

Instructions for securing the neck to the guitar body with screws and a neckplate.

Tremolo Bridge Installation

Steps for installing the spring claw, tremolo unit, and tension springs.

Ground Wire and Jackplate

Guidance on connecting ground wires and installing the jackplate.

Pickguard and Stringing

Instructions for installing the pickguard and stringing the guitar.

Tuning and Setup Procedures

Standard Guitar Tuning

Lists the standard open string notes for a 6-string guitar.

Adjusting the Tremolo

How to set the tremolo bridge angle relative to the guitar body.

Setting String Height (Action)

Guidance on adjusting string height at the bridge for optimal playability.

Adjusting Neck Relief

Instructions for using the truss rod to correct neck curvature.

Setting Guitar Intonation

How to adjust saddle positions for accurate octave tuning across the neck.

Adjusting Pickup Height

Tips for positioning pickups to achieve desired tone and output.

Improving Tuning Stability

Techniques to reduce tuning drift, including nut lubrication and string tree friction.