String Gauges

Ibanez guitars are setup from the factory with the following standard string gauges.

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ADJUSTING THE INTONATION

Intonation adjustment is usually necessary when new strings are fitted
(it can also be affected by the angle of the tremolo unit).

Adjusting the intonation is performed by moving the individual string saddles
forward or backward.

To check the intonation : Use an electronic tuner and tune the guitar to a standard pitch.

Note : All lbanez guitars use A--440 for a standard pitch. Play the harmonic at the 12th
fret, compare it to the fretted noteat the 12th fret, these notes should read the same on the tuner.

Before adjusting the intonation, first determine the direction that the saddle
needs to be moved.

Note : If the 12th fret is sharper than the open note, the saddle needs to be moved back.
If the 12th fret is flatter than the open note, the saddle needs to be moved forward.

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TRUSSROD

All guitar necks are subject to great stress as a result of string tension, humidity
or changes in climactic conditions. Occasionally, there are times when the neck
may need adjustment.

The truss rod is adjustable at the headstock using as allen wrench
or an adjustment wrench.

Note: This adjustment should be performed periodically and only by qualified repair personnel.
Over adjustment can result in damage to the instrument and will no be covered under warranty.

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SETTING STRING ACTION

LO-PRO EDGE TREMOLO ARM INFO

The tremolo arm can be inserted and removed very easily.

Insert the tremolo arm into the arm socket and firmly
push down until the arm snaps into place

Note: Both bushings should be completely hidden. To remove the tremolo
arm, firmly hold the arm at the break over point (bend) and pull up until
the arm is released.

LO-PRO EDGE/ EDGE Tremolo Arm Torque.
The rotation torque of the arm can be adjusted
by changing the number of bushings on the arm.
To reduce the torque, remove one bushing
on the lower side. To further reduce the torque,
remove both bushings.
*You may notice that after some time it may be impossible
to secure the arm even when both bushing are in place.
If this happens, replace the arm bushings with new ones.

1. To replace the bushings, remove the bushings
by spreading (opening) the bushing until it is
removed.Open the new bushings at the split section
and snap them into place on the tremolo arm.

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Tremolo Angle Adjustment

The tremolo system should sit parallel to the
surface of the guitar body, as shown in the
illustration. It is sometime necessary to adjust
the tremolo angle when new strings, different
string gauges or different tunings are used.

1. Remove the tremolo cavity cover plate
from the back of the body.

2. Using a Phillips head screw driver, turn
the Spring tension adjustment screw
and adjust the length of the spring.

3. Retune the guitar to the proper pitch
and check the angle.

ADJUSTING THE STRING HEIGHT

1. The height adjustment of the tremolo
can be set by using the two 4mm
adjustment screws (2) on eitherside
of the tremolo unit.

Note: the height adjustment screws are locked internally by the Stud lock screw (3). Always loosen the Stud lock screws
counter clockwise with a 1 .5mm allen
wrench before adjusting the string height.

2. Raise or lower the tremolo to the desired
string height using a 4mm allen wrench.

3. Tighten the Stud lock screw (3)

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Low Pro and Edge String Change and Video

Note: For ease in retuning, it is recommended that one string at a time be changed and tuned.

CLICK HERE to Watch an Educational Video: "The Trem is Your Friend"

1. Loosen the Pressure pad lock screws on the TOPLOK III with a 3mm wrench. Loosen the string by turning the tuner and then remove the string.

2. Loosen the string stopper screw (8) by using a 3mm allen wrench remove the string from the saddle.

3. Cut off the ball end of the new string above the string winding and insert the end of the string in between the main saddle and the String holder block

4. Tighten the String stopper Screw.

5. Wind the string around the tuning machine and tune to pitch

6. After changing the desired strings retune all the strings and tighten the TOPLOK III Pressure pad screws

INTONATION

*Intonation adjustment is usually necessary when new strings are fitted (it can also be affected by the angle of the tremolo unit).

Adjusting the intonation is performed by moving the individual string saddles
forward or backward. To check the intonation: Use an electronic tuner and
tune the guitar to a standard pitch.

Note: All Ibanez guitars use A=44OHz for a standard pitch.

Play the harmonic at the 12th fret, compare it to the fretted note at the 12th fret,
these notes should read the same on the tuner.

*Before adjusting the intonation, first determine the direction that the saddle
needs to be moved.

Note: If the 12th fret harmonic pitch is lower than the fretted note, the saddle needs
to be moved back. If the 12th fret harmonic is higher than the fretted note,
the saddle needs to be moved forward.

1. Loosen the Pressure pad screws on the TOPLOK Ill with a 3 mm
allen wrench and loosen the string to be adjusted.

2. Loosen the Saddle lack down screw 9 on the saddle to be adjusted
with a 2mm allen wrench.

Note: Only loosen the screw enough to move the saddle.

3. Adjust the saddle forward or backward to the proper position and tighten
the Saddlelock down screw 9.

*On the bass plate there are two holes for each Saddle lock down screw. The purpose
of this is to accommodate for different tunings or different gauges of strings.

4. Tune the guitar to pitch and recheck the intonation. If the intonation is still
not correct repeat steps 1, 2 and 3.

5. When the guitar is properly adjusted, tighten the TOPLOKIll Pressure pad lack screws.

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LOW TRSII

1. TREMOLO ARM INSTALLATION

Insert the tremolo arm into the arm socket and turn the Arm torque
adjustment nut (A) clockwise until it stops.

2. ADJUSTING THE TREMOLO ARM ROTATION TORQUE LOW TRS II TREMOLO

To allow the arm to swing freely. Turn the Arm torqueadjustment nut
1-2 turns counter clockwise.

3. ADJUSTING THE STRING HEIGHT

1.The height adjustment of the tremolo can be set by using the two 3mm
adjustment screws on either side of the tremolo unit.

2. Raise or lower the tremolo to the desired string height using
a 3mm allen wrench.

4. ADJUSTING THE INTONATION

Intonation adjustment is usually necessary when new strings are fitted
(it can also be affected by the angle of the tremolo unit).

Adjusting the intonation is performed by moving the individual string
saddles forward or backward.

To check the intonation : Use an electronic tuner and tune the guitar
to a standard pitch.

Note : All lbanez guitars use A--440 for a standard pitch. Play the harmonic
at the 12th fret, compare it to the fretted note at the 12th fret, these notes
should read the same on the tuner.

Before adjusting the intonation, first determine the direction that
the saddle needs to be moved.

'Note : If the 12th fret harmonic pitch is lower than the fretted note, the saddle needs
to be moved back. If the 12th fret harmonic is higher than the fretted note, the saddle
needs to be moved forward.

1. Loosen the pressure pad screws on the top lock with a 3mm allen wrench
and loosen the string to be adjusted.

2. Loosen the saddle lock down screw® on the saddle to be adjusted with
a 2mm allen wrench.
Note : Only loosen the screw enough to move the saddle.

3. Adjust the saddle forward or backward to the proper position and tighten
the saddle lock down screw .

On the bass plate there are two holes for each saddle lock down screw.
The purpose of this is to accommodate for different tunings
or different gauges of strings.

4. Tune the guitar to pitch and recheck the intonation. If the intonation is still
not correct repeat steps 2 and 3.

5. When the guitar is properly adjusted, tighten the top lock pressure
pad screws

5. REPLACING THE STRINGS

LOW TRSII TREMOLO

Note : For ease in retuning, it is recommended that one string at a time be changed and tuned.

1. Loosen the pressure pad lock screws on the top lock with a 3mm
allen wrench. Loosen the string by turning the tuner and then remove the string.

2. Loosen the string stopper bolt by using a 3mm allen wrench, and remove
the string from the saddle.

3. Cut off the ball end of the new string above the string winding and insert the
end of the string in between the main saddle and the string holder block.

4. Tighten the string stopper bolt .

5. Wind the string around the tuning machine and tune to pitch.

6. After changing the desired strings retune all the strings to the proper
pitch and tighter the top lock pressure pad screws .

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SINGLE LOCKING TREMOLO

Note For ease in retuning., it is recommended that one string at time be changed and tuned.

1. Loosen the pressure pad lock screws on the top lock with a 3.Omm
allen wrench. Loosen the string by turning the tuner and then remove the string.

2. Thread the new string through the string holder tube , and over the saddle
pulling it tight towards the headstock.

3. Wlnd the string around the tuning machine and tune to pitch.

4. Tighten the pressure pad screws .

TREMOLO ANGLE ADJUSTMENT

The tremolo system should sit parallel to the surface of the guitar body,
as shown in the illustration. It is sometime necessary to adjust the tremolo
angle when new strings, different string gauges or different tunings are used.

1. Remove the tremolo cavity cover plate from the back of the body.

2. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, turn the spring tension adjustment
screw and adjust the length of the spring.

3. Retune the guitar to the proper pitch and check the angle.

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TZ Bridges

The Overall Tremolo height can be adjusted by raising or lowering the
Height Adjustment screws (5)on either side of the bridge.

Height adjustment of the individual strings can be adjusted by useing
a 1.5mm allen wrench inside each saddle(11)

The tremolo arm is placed in the hole in the bridge plate and inserted into
the threaded block. (5)

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Gibraltar II Bridge

Adjusting the String Height.

1. Loosen the heigth adjustment screw (5)
on both sides of the bridge using a #2 Phillips

2. Turn the notched wheel (4) To raise
or lower the bridge.

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Accucast BIV Bass Bridge

Adjusting the string Height. The Saddles are preset
on the plate. Height adjustment is made by
adjusting the 2mm allen screws on either side
of the bridge.

To change the strings angle adjust the two 2mm (6)
screws on the highside of the bridge, Chanding
the pivot angle.

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ATK Bass Bridge and Standard Bass Bridge

To adjust the string height of the saddles use
a 1.5mm allen wrench on each saddle (4)

To adjust Intonation adjust the phillips head
screw back or forth.

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