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Electric Guitar and Bass Assembly Guide

Assembly instructions



Updated 01/08

Building your own electric guitar can be very gratifying. Not only are you building a custom instrument to your specifications–it allows a better, and deeper understanding of the way the various components of a guitar work with one another.

This assembly guide is designed for everyone from a novice to a skilled woodworker. It gives you the knowledge and understanding of how to properly assemble and set-up your electric guitar or bass.

We recommend reading this entire guide before you begin your project. This way you will have a broader understanding of the specific order of assembly, finishing, and set-up.

1. Recommended tools, supplies, and reference materials

2. Assembly

3. Wiring and electronics

4. Set-up and intonation










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