How to Build & Setup Guitar Kits like a Pro: An Easy Guide for Bolt-on Neck Guitars (Easy Guide Series)

“A one stop shop for all the basics you need to know.”

Part of Jonny Blackwood's "Easy Guide" Series, "How to Build and Setup Guitar Kits like a Pro" is a clear, concise, step-by-step manual written for those with little to no guitar building experience. With simple directions and over 130 photos, you will gain the understanding needed to assemble and setup bolt-on guitar kits with great results!

Included in the book:

• A 9-step method on assembling bolt-on style guitars
• Tips and tricks to save you time and headaches
• Guidance on sanding, finishing & more
• Proper soldering technique explained
• Scale length explained
• Guitar electronics explained
• How to effectively shield the instrument
• Popular wiring modification suggestions
• Online wiring and setup methods from Fender and others
• Simple setup instructions for strat and tele-style guitars
• How to restring properly
• How to adjust truss rods for optimal neck bow
• How to shim necks and adjust neck tilt
• How to adjust bridge angle on tremolo equipped guitars
• How to adjust intonation
• How to file nut slots, and more!

 

Books available from the author (paperback and kindle edition):

How to Setup Your Guitar Like A Pro: An Easy Guide for Beginners

How to Build & Setup Guitar Kits like a Pro: An Easy Guide for Bolt-on Neck Guitars

How to Start and Run a Successful Guitar Repair Business: Practical Tips for the New Entrepreneur