First tune the "E" note:
With the thumb lever in the up ("E") position,
tune the string up to "E". Always tune from flat up to pitch.
Now flip the thumb lever down and back up to settle the
string. Check the tuning. If the string has settled sharp, correct by
dropping the string pitch down to about "E-FLAT" and then bring it back up
but this time leave it slightly flat. Flip the thumb lever down and up one
time and recheck tuning.
If the pitch is still flat, give the tuning peg a very
small turn, flip the lever down and back up, and recheck your tuning again.
If you over-shoot, back down and repeat the procedure. |
Now tune the "D" note:
Flip the thumb lever down to the "D" position.
Check your tuning. If your string is out of tune, flip the thumb lever back
to the "E" position and adjust the small "D" tuning screw. Do not turn
the tuning peg!
Flip the lever down to the "D" position and recheck your
tuning. Repeat this procedure until "D" is in tune. Note: on many guitars,
the string may actually be tuned down as far as low "C".
The above sounds harder than it really is. With a
little practice it will become second nature and will take only a few
seconds. |
Every time you turn the
tuning peg, you must give the thumb lever one quick flip down
and up to set the string and give you the true tuning of the string.
Your new Hipshot will provide you
with high accuracy in tuning and retuning .The finest hardware and materials
have been selected to insure high reliability for many years. If you have
any questions or problems, or would like a free catalog, please do not
hesitate to call or write me. I will be happy to assist you in any way I
can.
Sincerely,
David Borisoff
Hipshot Music Products |
