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TRACER II
OPERATING GUIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE, READ BACK COVER FOR FURTHER WARNINGS.
TRACER" Il
TRACER” II FEATURES:
Compact Body Design
Bilaminated Rock Maple Neck
w/Maple Fingerboard
22 Nickel Silver Frets
15" Fingerboard Radius, 25" Scale
One 12-Pole Distortion Class Pickup
One High-Output Single Coil Pickup
One Master Volume Control
and One Master Tone Control
Three-Position Pickup Selector Switch
Peavey Power Bend Tremolo
Graphlon™ Top Nut
PICKUPS:
The bridge pick-up is of the distortion class 12-pole
‘humbucking’ noise cancelling type. The neck pickup is of the
hi-output single coil type. Both of the pickups are fully height
adjustable by means of height adjusting screws and the
bridge pickup has individually adjustable pole pieces for
adjustment of each string's output level.
CONTROLS:
1. Volume Control: The volume control acts as a master
volume in that it controls the total signal level delivered
from both pickups to the output jack. Rotating the control
knob clockwise will increase volume; rotating counter-
clockwise will reduce volume.
2. Tone Control: The tone control, like the volume control,
operates as a master control. Rotating clock-
wise will result in more treble (high frequencies) and a
brighter tonality. Rotating counterclockwise will result in
less treble and a “bassier” type sound.
3. Pickup Selector Switch: This three-position switch allows
selection of any individual pickup, or two combinations
of multiple pickups. The available selection possibilities
are as follows:
First Position (Toward the neck) Selects output of the
neck pickup only.
Second Position (Center) Selects output of the neck and
bridge pickups.
Third Position (Toward the bridge) Selects output of
bridge pickup only.
Adjustments:
Your instrument has been carefully adjusted for accurate
intonation and playing ease at the Peavey factory. However,
your playing style or playing requirements may necessitate
additional adjustments at some time in the future. These
adjustments should be made by your Peavey dealer. However,
with a little care and by adhering closely to the following
instructions, you may attempt these adjustments yourself.
Neck Tilt:
The neck tilt adjustment works in conjunction with the bridge height
adjustment to set the overall string playing height. This adjustment
should be used whenever possible to set string height rather than the
bridge height adjustment.
1. Relieve string tension slightly by detuning guitar (approximately 110
2 full steps).
2 Loosen two neck screws (closest to headstock of quitar) ap-
proximately 1 turn.
3. Loosen remaining two neck screws (closest to bridge) ap-
proximately 2 turns.
4. String height may now be adjusted with the neck tilt screw which is
located inside the fifth hole in the neck plate. A 15" allen wrench is
used to make this adjustment. Turning the screw clockwise lowers
the strings closer to the fingerboard.
NOTE
STRING HEIGHT SHOULD BE ADJUSTED TO FIT YOUR OWN
PARTICULAR PLAYING STYLE. IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT
SETTING THE STRING HEIGHT TOO LOW WILL RESULT IN
EXCESSIVE STRING BUZZ AND RATTLE - ESPECIALLY WITH A
"HEAVY" PLAYING TECHNIQUE. EXCESSIVELY HIGH ACTION WILL
RESULT IN INTONATION PROBLEMS AND DECREASED PLAY-
ABILITY.
5. After adjustment, securely tighten all four neck attaching screws.
6. Tune quitar to standard pitch. Check strings for correct height and
playability. If necessary, repeat steps 1 through 5 until action is
correct.
Adjusting Tremolo:
Your Power Bend Tremolo has been carefully adjusted for
accurate intonation, playing ease, and pitch change. Your instru-
ment has been supplied from the factory with high quality Peavey Ys
and set up accordingly. Should the unit require adjustments, please
read the following carefully before attempting any adjustments.
To adjust your Power Bend Tremaolo unit properly, you must first
understand the operating principle.
This tremolo features a steel bridge plate with a massive inertia
block for maximum sustain. The heavy-duty die cast saddles are
specially shaped and designed to minimize friction, and are triple
chrome-plated for maximum durability and freedom from wear.
Adjustable springs allow easy operation with accurate return to
pitch. The special design of our Power Bend system allows strings to
be pulled above or below pitch, and the action of this tremolo is both
smooth and responsive.
Proper tremolo action is a result of accurate balancing between
string tension and tremolo spring tension.
Adjusting Tremolo Balance:
If the bridge is set at an extreme forward angle, the pitch drop will
decrease drastically, therefore the spring tension must be increased
by tightening the claw screws using a Philips head screwdriver. The
claw is located under the spring cover on the back of the guitar, Turn
screws clockwise to increase tension, counter clockwise to decrease
tension. Decreasing the spring tension will loosen operating
tension. Recommended plate angle with factory installed Peavey
008% is 2° to 5°.
NOTE
BEFORE AND AFTER MAKING THESE ADJUSTMENTS, THE UNIT
SHOULD BE TUNED TO PROPER PITCH "A" 440.
Should a large or smaller gauge set of strings be desired, the
spring tension in the back of the guitar must be adjusted ac-
cordingly, as well as intonation. A third spring has been supplied
with your instrument inside the storage compartment of the case. We
would advise installation of this spring if string gauges larger than
.010 - .048 are desired. It is recommended 10 use needle nose pliers
to install these, connecting spring to the claw first, and then the
block. Make sure the spring has ssaled properly before releasing the
spring.
CAUTION
LOOSEN ALL STRING TENSION BEFORE INSTALLING OR
REMOVING TENSION SPRINGS. TREMOLO SPRINGS ARE
DESIGNED FOR HIGH TENSION. EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE
TAKEN WHEN INSTALLING THESE SPRINGS AS WELL AS
REMOVING THEM. IF SPRINGS ARE NOT SECURED PROPERLY,
THEY MAY SPRING AWAY FROM THE GUITAR CAUSING POS-
SIBLE INJURY AND/OR INSTRUMENT DAMAGE.
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BRIDGE FLATE
Bridge Plate Angle
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Recommended plate angle with factory installed Peavey .009's is
29 to 50,
Making Tremolo Non-Operational
ltis possible to render your Power Bend Tremolo non-operable by
rotating arm counter clockwise until arm can be removed.
Install third spring and increase spring tension if needed. (See
“Adjusting Tremolo Tension") With proper adjustment, this should
stabilize the inertia block from any movement.
Saddle Height Adjustment:
This instrument features individual bridge saddles which work in
conjunction with the neck tilt adjustment to determine the overall string
height. Ordinarily, the neck tilt should be used to set the string height.
However, individual string saddles can be adjusted to follow the
curvature of the neck to optimize string/fret distance. Use a 3/64" allen
wrench to make the adjustment for each string,
String Intonation:
Accurate string intonation settings ensure that your instrument will
play in tune at any point on the neck. Although "perfect intonation” is a
physical impossibility with a fretted instrument, the correct settings will
maximize the accuracy of individual notes up and down the neck.
Intonation is set by comparing the pitch of an open string to the pitch
of the same string when it is played one octave higher at the 12th fret.
The actual “vibrating length” of that string is varied until the notes are
both at the right pitch. The “vibrating length" of the string is altered by
adjusting the bridge saddle either forward or backward, depending on
whether the fretted note is sharper or flatter in pitch than the open note.
If the fretted note is sharper than the open nots, the vibrating length of
the string must be increased - move the bridge saddle to the rear, away
from the pickup. If the fretted note is flat, the vibrating length must be
shortened - move the bridge saddle forward, toward the pickup, 10
shorten the length.
NOTE
ITIS OFTEN DIFFICULT FOR THE UNTRAINED EAR TO DETERMINE
WHEN THE OPEN NOTE AND THE FRETTED NOTE ARE AT
PRECISELY THE SAME PITCH. SOME PLAYERS FIND THAT COM-
PARING THE 12TH FRET HARMONIC OF THE STRING (RATHER
THAN THE OPENNOTE} TOTHEFRETTED NOTE IS MUCH EASIER.
A HARMONIC IS PLAYED BY PLUCKING THE STRING WITH THE
RIGHT HAND WHILE TOUCHING THE STRING WITH THE LEFT
INDEX FINGER (AS LIGHTLY AS POSSIBLE) DIRECTLY ABOVE THE
TWELFTH FRET. THE LEFT INDEX FINGER IS DRAWN AWAY AS
QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE AFTER THE STRING IS PLUCKED, PRO-
DUCING A "CHIME" EFFECT. THIS CHIMED NOTE IS THEN COM-
PARED TO THE FRETTED NOTE.
FOR EVEN GREATER EASE AND A HIGH DEGREE OF ACCURACY,
WE RECOMMEND ONE OF THE MANY TYPES OF ELECTRONIC
GUITAR TUNERS THAT ARE AVAILABLE FROM MOST MUSIC
STORES. THE TUNERS WHICH USE EITHER AMETER OR A MOVING
LED DISPLAY ARE USUALLY EASIER TO USE THAN THE TYPE WITH
A NUMERICAL FREQUENCY READOUT.
Setting Intonation:
INERTIA
BLOCK
TENSION
SPRING
CLAW
TENSION
SCHEWS
NOTE
BOTH TORSION ROD AND STRING HEIGHT SETTINGS INTERACT
CLOSELY WITH STRING INTONATION. THESE ADJUSTMENTS
MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ANY ATTEMPT |S MADE TO SET
STRING INTONATION AT THE BRIDGE.
1. Ensure that torsion rod and string height settings are accurate.
2. Tune guitar to standard A-440 pitch.
3. Hold the instrument ina normal playing position or place the guitar
on a clean flat surface, so that only the body is in contact with the
work surface. Any pressure on the neck will affect intonation
settings.
4. Play the 1st string open and compare it tothe pitch of the same string
when it is played at the 12th iret. These notes should be the same
(one octave apart).
5. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, adjust the length of the string
saddle so that the open note and the fretted note (or harmonic) are
the same.
NOTE
ITWILL OFTEN BE NECESSARY TO RETUAN THE OPEN STRING
TO STANDARD PITCH AFTER THE BRIDGE POSITION IS AL-
TERED.
. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the remaining strings.
. Repeat steps 1 through 6 as necessary until intonation of all the
strings are accurately adjusted.
Care For The Instrument:
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This is a high quality musical instrument constructed from the
finest materials and with the most up-to-date production methods
available. With reasonable care, it should provide many, many years
of service and outstanding playability.
Temperature and Humidity:
It is important that your instrument be protected from any
extremes or sudden changes in either temperature or humidity. The
instrument should be stored in its case whenever it is not in use.
Strings:
String life may be greatly extended by frequent cleaning and
wiping after use. Dirt and perspiration tend to build up on the
underside of the strings, so it is often necessary to slide a rag
between the strings and the fingerboard. Dirt-laden strings cause
tuning and intonation problems as well as rust and corrosion.
For best performance, strings should be changed approximately
once a manth orevery twenty-four playing hours. Some players may
find that they prefer to change strings more often,
NOTE
YOUR INSTRUMENT IS EQUIPPED WITH HIGH QUALITY PEAVEY
STRINGS. THE INTONATION AND ACTION OF YOUR INSTRUMENT
HAS BEEN CAREFULLY ADJUSTED FOR MAXIMUM PLAYABILITY
WITH THESE STRINGS. WHEN STRING REPLACEMENT BECOMES
NECESSARY, WE RECOMMEND OUR HIGH QUALITY AND LONG
LASTING PEAVEY STRINGS.
Finish:
Your instrument has a polyurethane finish which is durable and
weather-resistant, but nevertheless, needs care. For best results,
periodic cleaning with a high-guality guitar polish is recommended.
Between cleanings, the instrument should be wiped with a clean, dry
cloth.
Case:
A molded case provides maximum protection and road durability.
The case features large storage areas and a padlock tab to facilitate
locking for air shipment.
The case may be cleaned with a damp cloth, with or without soap.
Care should be taken to avoid wetting the interior.
PEAVEY GUITAR ONE-YEAR
LIMITED WARRANTY/REMEDY
PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (“Peavey”) warrants this Guitar to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase,
PROVIDED, however, that this limited warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser and is subject to the conditions, exclusions and limitations hereinafter set forth.
CONDITIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND
LIMITATIONS OF LIMITED WARRANTY
This limited warranty shall be VOID and of NO EFFECT if:
1, The first purchase of the product is for the purpose of resale; or
2. The original retail purchase is not made from an AUTHORIZED PEAVEY DEALER: or
3. The product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, neglect, improper service or maintenance, or other causes notarising out of defects in material or workmanship.
This Limited Warranty shall not extend to or cover guitar strings. Replacement of guitar strings is deemed to be reasonable and necessary maintenance,
Purchaser's exclusive remedy for breach of this limited warranty is repair of the defect or replacement of the guitar, at Peavey's option. Service work may be performed by any Peavey
Authorized Service Center ar if the service center is unable to provide the necessary warran
ty service, you will be directed to the nearest other Peavey Authorized Service Center which
can provide such service. Or you may return the guitar, postage prepaid and insured, along with a description of the problem, proof of purchase and a complete return address to:
PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
International Service Center
Hwy. 80 East
Meridian, MS 39301
if the defect is remedial under this limited warranty, and the other terms and conditions expressed herein have been complied with, Peavey will repair or replace the product and will
return it, freight collect, to the purchaser, Other than the postage and insurance requirement, no charge will be made for such repair or replacement.
Peavey's liability to the purchaser for any cost whatsoever, and regardless of the form of
up to an amount equal to the greater of the purchase price of the product causing the damag
action, whether in contract arin tort, including negligence, shall be limited to actual damages
gor $500.00. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL PEAVEY BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST
PROFITS, ANY INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE GUITAR, EVEN IF PEAVEY HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
The foregoing limitation of remedy will not apply to the payment of cost and damage awards for personal injury or damage to real property or tangible personal property caused by
negligence on Peavey's parts.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, THAT IF THE OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS NECESSARY TO THE EXISTENCE OF
THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY, AS HEREINABOVE STATED, HAVE BEEN COMPLIED WITH, IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE NOT DISCLAIMED DURING THE ONE-YEAR
PERIOD FROM DATE OF PURCHASE OF THIS GUITAR.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOWLIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TQ YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY 1S THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY ON THIS GUITAR, AND NO OTHER STATEMENT, REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY OR AGREEMENT EY ANY
PERSON SHALL BE VALID AS TO OR BINDING UPON PEAVEY.
THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD AND A LEGIBLE COPY OF THE PROOF OF PURCHASE SUPPLIED TO YOU BY THE AUTHORIZED PEAVEY DEALER IN
CONNECTION WITH YOUR PURCHASE FROM HIM OF THIS GUITAR SHOULD BE ACCURATELY COMPLETED, MAILED TO AND RECEIVED BY PEAVEY WITHIN FOURTEEN
(14) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF YOUR PURCHASE,
Should notification become necessary for any condition that would require correction, the registration card will help insure that you are contacted and properly notified.
If you move from the address shown on the WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD, you should notify Peavey of the change of address so as to facilitate your receipt of any bulletins or
other forms of notification which may become necessary in connection with any condition that may require dissemination of information or correction.
The WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD and subsequent notices of change of address should be mailed to:
PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Р.О. Вох 2898
Meridian, MS 39302-2898
In the event any modification or disclaimer of express or implied warranties or any limitation of remedies, contained herein conflicts with applicable law. Then such modification,
disclaimer or limitation, as the case may be, shall be deemed to be modified to the extent necessary to comply with such law.
The limited warranty is given by Peavey Electronics Corporation with respect to equipment purchased in the United States of America,
DANGER
ALL AMPLIFICATION ACCESSORIES, MICROPHONES, MIXERS, ETC., MUST BE
PROPERLY GROUNDED AND SHOULD BE UTILIZED WITH A 3-WIRE MAINS SYSTEM
IN ORDER TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
DANGER
DO NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH OTHER ELECTRICAL APPARATUS WHEN
PLAYING (OR TOUCHING) YOUR INSTRUMENT. THE METAL PARTS OF THIS IN-
STRUMENT ARE GROUNDED ACCORDING TO PROPER AND ACCEPTED INDUSTRY
PRACTICE, BUT IT IS POSSIBLE TO ENCOUNTER AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK WHEN
COMING INTO CONTACT WITH ANOTHER ELECTRICAL APPARATUS IF IT HAS
IMPROPER GROUNDING FACILITIES.
WARNING
DO NOT USE IMPROPER OR POORLY DESIGNED GUITAR STRAPS OR OTHER MEANS
OF SUPPORT. POSSIBLE INJURY COULD RESULT IF IMPROPER, INFERIOR, ILL
FITTING OR WORN OUT STRAPS ARE USED. THE INSTRUMENT COULD POSSIBLY
FALL, CAUSING BODILY INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE INSTRUMENT OR ASSOCIATED
EQUIPMENT IF THE HOLDING DEVICES FAIL FOR ANY REASON.
DANGER
GUITAR STRINGS ARE MADE FROM VERY STRONG STEEL ALLOYS. THEY ARE
DESIGNED TO BE USED UNDER TENSION AND, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS,
THEY MAY BREAK AND SPRING AWAY FROM THE GUITAR. DO NOT TUNE OR PLAY
THIS INSTRUMENT WITH YOUR FACE IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE STRINGS, AS
SERIOUS INJURY COULD RESULT IF A STRING SHOULD BREAK.
WARNING
BASS GUITAR STRINGS ARE UNDER CONSIDERABLE TENSION WHEN THEY ARE
TUNED TO CONCERT (A-440) PITCH. EXERCISE EXTREME CARE WHEN TUNING
(ESPECIALLY ABOVE CONCERT PITCH) OR WHEN EMPLOYING STRING BENDING
OR “POPPING” PLAYING TECHNIQUES. THE POSSIBILITY OF STRING BREAKAGE
AND PERSONAL INJURY EXISTS UNDER THESE CONDITIONS.
NOTE
THE PATCH CORD BETWEEN THE GUITAR AND THE AMPLIFIER 15 AN EXTREMELY
IMPORTANTLINK, FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE. A HIGH QUALITY WELL SHIELDED
CORD SHOULD BE USED IN THIS APPLICATION.
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Features and specifications subject to change without notice.
Peavey Electronics Corporation / 711 A Street / Meridian, MS 39302-2898 / U.S.A. / (601) 483-5365 Telex: 504115 / Fax: 484-4278
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