Ibanez Electric Basses (2007) [6/37] Intonation

ENGLISH

INTONATION

Intonation adjustment is the operation

of adjusting the location of the string at

the saddle to compensate for different

tuning. Follow the instructions of the par-

ticular bridge intonation below. Intona-

tion is properly set when the 12th fret

note and the 12th fret harmonic are exactly the same note. This is the center

point of the scale and the most accurate way of setting a standard scale length.

With the harmonic note as the standard, if the fretted note is flat, move the

bridge saddle forward toward the headstock (a) to decrease the string length. If

the fretted note is sharp, move it back away from the headstock (b) to increase

the string length intonation adjustments.

*Please note that strings can be broken when the saddle is moved, so always loosen the strings before making

any adjustments.

Intonation adjustment can be made by

adjusting the intonation screws at the

rear of the bridge clockwise to move the

saddle back and counter clockwise to

move the saddle forward.

ACTION

Ibanez bass string action is set at the factory. However,

there are many reasons that an instrument's string height

can change. Instruments can be affected by changes in

temperature and moisture. High string action can make

basses difficult to play. If the string action is too low, fret

buzz or unclear notes can occur. To remedy this, follow

the instructions for the particular type of bridge installed.

In the case of string action, make sure the bass is in tune

and the truss rod is adjusted properly. Ibanez action is set to 2.0mm for the

treble side and 2.5mm for the bass side at the 12th fret. The action may also

need to be readjusted after the neck is adjusted or strings are changed to a

different gauge. Follow the instructions in the relevant bridge manual to make

adjustments.

To raise or lower the string action, insert the correct Allen

wrench into the screw at the saddle. To raise the saddle,

turn the wrench clockwise and to lower the saddle, turn

the wrench counter clockwise.