FENDER STRATOCASTER - How to Setup your Electric Guitar, Step-by-Step

[@MusicNomadCare]

You can fast forward to the specific task below: 1:00 Pre-Setup Steps kzbin.info/www/bejne/aILWoKCXg7ySbtk 3:20 Truss Rod kzbin.info/www/bejne/aILWoKCXg7ySbtk 9:35 Action of Strings kzbin.info/www/bejne/aILWoKCXg7ySbtk 15:36 Radius of Strings kzbin.info/www/bejne/aILWoKCXg7ySbtk 20:02 Nut Height kzbin.info/www/bejne/aILWoKCXg7ySbtk 35:23 Intonation kzbin.info/www/bejne/aILWoKCXg7ySbtk 40:07 Pickup Height kzbin.info/www/bejne/aILWoKCXg7ySbtk

[@shubhamtiwari3287]

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[@BostonWhoFan515]

Is it ok if I use a under-string radius guage during the bridge radius step instead of using the over the top method that you use? I know the difference is minimal but the under-string guage is a bit more precise. This has been nagging at me every time I setup a guitar. I use you method and tools except for the way we set the bridge radius.

[@jeffwoods9816]

Just wanted let you know your video brought a smile on my 10 year old son's face. I had bought him a used Squire strat mini to learn on, it was supposedly "professionally" setup. He brought it to me the other day frustrated with it buzzing and just basically unplayable. I had gotten some setup tools for Christmas. Sat down and walked through your video. Handed the guitar back to him and he was totally amazed.

[@MusicNomadCare]

That is awesome! Thanks for all your support

[@juleswinnfield3958]

If your son is only 10 and is already complaining about the setup…he’s gonna be an insane player in the future🤯 When I was 10 you’d have to hand me a guitar missing the strings for me to notice something’s wrong with the setup😂

[@azmike3572]

@@juleswinnfield3958 Hahaha! That's funny, Jules!

[@ArthurWilson-y6y]

For the first time, your video has given me the clear understanding of what's involved in a complete setup, as well as the confidence to go about tackling it all. I've watched very many videos supposedly dealing with this subject ( for a Strat specifically) and this is the only one that makes it absolutely clear. Your explanation is perfect, no tendency to confuse things by not clarifying everything simply. I'll also be buying a set of Music Nomad tools, which have a very good reputation from what I've been able to tell. Thanks for all your really helpful work in producing this video..

[@dyllirium9488]

I took Geoff's set up workshop at his home shop in petemula some years ago. This video is awesome in that it clearly hits most of the points he taught that day. He's the real deal, a true pro. Thanks Geoff.

[@nunezkant]

Could you give me an idea of what is a light touch vs a heavy touch ? In the Truss rod adjustment part ?

[@jcdavie8725]

The clearest and most helpful setup instructions/video I've ever seen.

[@byronturnbow2189]

these are the best tutorials. I used your gauges to set up a pbass. I notice on the Strat you did not talk bout the tremalo springs.

[@Stratokikay]

Just got a set of truss rod and string action guage and i would say its better than the other guages. Easy to read. Very visible lines. Lots of measurement. Worth every penny!

[@jamesgibson3242]

This guy makes some cool tools and gives great lessons. I have learned a lot from him and applied this to my own guitar setups.

[@robjames1157]

Another great job of setup by Jeff. This vintage Strat radius was 7.25 - I just bought an American Ultra Strat and it being a compound radius and my best effort to find the radius is between 15 and 16 according to calculations but if you round the calculations I guess you would use 16 radius gauge. Would like to here Jeff review a compound radius. Thanks again to Jeff and Music Nomad.

[@davidrapant6398]

I was intimidated about trying to set up my own guitars. I have 4 electrics and one acoustic. I have a player strat that really had me frustrated and it was buzzing crazy on the B string. I watched a video and decided I would upgrade and replace the nut with a graph tech nut and string tree. That fixed that problem and then i came across your videos. Having a lot more confidence I decided to go ahead and get the KISS setup tools. I highly recommend this system. The tools are high quality and a lot of thought went into them from a design stand point. I had a set of Fender bridge saddle adjustment allen wrenches that were complete garbage. I got the Nomad tool kit and that solved that problem. I got through the entire setup and what a difference. I can't thank you guys enough. I'm totally confident that I can setup my own guitars now. 5 guitars adds up to a lot of money in setups that will pay for these tools in no time. I'm going to get the nut files and truss wrench set too. I'm impressed with the quality. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and designing a really nice functional set of tools.

[@MusicNomadCare]

Awesome! Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

[@brooksphillips2234]

You should get some files and learn how to cut a nut. You can start with pre cut nuts and use the files to just shape the slots because none of them are drop in and play. Once you get good at that then start buying blanks. You can order pre shaped blank nuts and do a little sanding to shape it and then measure out and cut your own slots. I started replacing my nuts on my Les Paul Goldtop and Strat Ultra about a year ago. Best decision I ever made although I've gone through God knows how many nuts trying to get it right especially with my Les Pual. Music nomad and Stew Mac have good files. I've also acquired a vice specifically for nut jobs! Lol. Abrasive cord is another nice thing to use on a nut. I use Mitchell's abrasive cord. A regular luthiers file set would be another thing to get too. I use a flay file for the ends of nuts so I don't have to rub it on a flat surface with sandpaper! Slow and steady is the best way to go with cutting a nut because one file to much and the whole nut is ruined unless you do the bone dust and glue trick which I'm not a fan of! Anyways, I say go for it man! Best decision I ever made! In fact I just put a nut on my LP and Strat about 30 min ago using Music Nomad setup kit!

[@davidrapant6398]

@@brooksphillips2234 Yeah I plan on doing that in the near future. I have a few guitars so I can practice on one of them until I get it right then move on to another one. I actually got brave and did the bridge on my acoustic. I just popped it out and very lightly sanded it down like 5 times restringing it up and checking it. Plays WAY better and easier now.. Definitely going to keep working on my guitars from now on.

[@iamanovercomer3253]

​@@davidrapant6398the tusq nut made my telecaster sounds like it's on steroids ‼️👍 Next my strat

[@brooksphillips2234]

Buying the music nomad set up kitt was a great decision. Its an easy to use kit that works perfectly. I like the case they put it all in too. I have all sorts of other suff stored in there too! I got into working on guitars about a year ago because I didnt have a luthier near me and was tired of being out of tune. Now about a year later I have all sorts of luthier tools and Im cutting my own nuts for my Les Paul and Strat Ultra! Ive become addicted to it! Im on a journey to have the best playing guitars around! Its a challenge but music nomad and Stew Mac have made it possible!

[@ivanbravo347]

I bought all your set up products and my guitar never sounded so good. I really appreciate the video. Please keep on making stuff like this 🙏

[@MusicNomadCare]

Love hearing this!!

[@mikeharris7929]

I set up my Strat following the steps in this video. Has never played better, excellent step by step process.

[@vibrant20]

I can not thank you enough for this professional tutorial, and clear teaching method. thank you Geoff.

[@BostonWhoFan515]

I've been using these Music Nomad tools and the KISS process on all my guitars for a few years now. One thing I failed to do early on was fret the first fret when setting the action. Once I added that to the process I started flying through my setups. I personally find the most common suggested measurements on the guage to be perfect for me. No additional adjustment needed. But even if you personally don't like any of the suggested measurements it's still a great way to at the very least get the guitar setup correctly and close enough to your liking that only minimal further adjustment is needed. The best part is their products aren't overly expensive. Step aside StewMac... there's a new dog in the yard.

[@ashwin_ramakrishnan]

Thanks for such a well-explained tutorial. I'm looking forward to buying a kit from you guys and trying it out on my own Strat. UPDATE: My setup kit and cradle cube arrived, and I'm setting up my strat now. Thanks again.

[@kenrussell1093]

This presentation is absolutely the easiest to understand of any of the tutorial setup videos I have watched. Given the care that went into this tutorial, I will be purchasing the Music Nomad luthier tools to add to my arsenal of guitar maintenance tools. Great work, and thanks a million!👍✌️🙂

[@ColocasiaCorm]

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[@danabiondo9243]

No What?

[@jimelshaw2665]

Easily the best video I’ve ever seen about setting up a strat. Thank you.

[@AntonioGomez-ob9og]

Thanks so much a well explained tutorial I don't know how I missed this video for the last year's This is nothing but a pure solid Gold What I wanna do right now is to buy the setup kit and the nut files. I hope that you guys keep making this kind of videos For beginners like us. Congratulation, guys, you are amazing.

[@vkt5576]

Great video thank you. I purchased the files and the radius gauge (from NM) and will attempt my first ever set up, can't wait.

[@dulla8469]

oh god, dear god do i love guitars, i came to this video once like 3 months ago when i was new to setting up guitars and stuff, and i thought i set it up perfect, yesterday i noticed that i think the setup is kinda bad cause im noticing some buzz on some strings sometimes, so i come back, i re do the string action with the right tools, making sure the radios of the strings is all correct, intonate it again, and im in love with my guitar again.. Thank You

[@guyh7729]

Really excellent video tutorial. I'm using the video with my MusicNomad equipment care package and it's a dream. The care pack is really well thought through as well. Well done!

[@michael_caz_nyc]

This was phenomenal. I love the Music Nomad stuff. I have about 9 of their items.

[@Hemislick]

well guys.....Thanks much for an absolutely great vid and you do a way better job than other sites.....Will invest in your tools as well..................

[@MusicNomadCare]

Thanks for the feedback - we're glad you like the videos!

[@outermarker5801]

Great tutorial with great tools, very well made and easy to use. I skip the radiusing of inner 4 strings part and go by how the individual strings feel and sound given peculiarities of my fingers. Still a curve but 'customized' for my weird clawlike hand.😁

[@av8tordonny398]

The most helpful, informative and complete instructions I’ve seen. Thank you!

[@Maje.musica]

Excellent video and really well explained for us aspiring luthiers that want to know their instruments better! Many thank yous to you friend 🙌🏽🙏🏽

[@davidconboy5822]

Truly enjoyed the step by step video and explanations. Can't wait to purchase your tools and get my stratocaster set up properly. Thank You. :)

[@juleswinnfield3958]

Best tutorial and explanation on the internet to date.

[@delghani]

thank you for this lucid explanation. very helpful and instructive. love xxx

[@loums52]

Now that was detailed! Thanks for a great tech video! This makes the whole process seem quite doable.

[@stratplayr6997]

Excellent video!! I set up one of my Strats this weekend by following your video & it worked perfectly! I've tried setups before, but could never get them quite right. Thanks for putting this together for us.

[@MusicNomadCare]

Awesome! Share the video with your Strat community if the occasion arises so more people can learn now to setup their Strat to play and sound great!

[@brushstroke3733]

I enjoyed watching the acoustic setup video and now this one. You sold me already (these are great long form commercials!) I just bought an inexpensive Yamaha FS800 and when I opened it yesterday, I found the action too high right out of the box. I took a chance and sanded 1 mm off the bottom of the saddle (my first attempt) and that improved the action quite a bit. But the action at the 1st fret, especially on the low E is still too high, and I might have the neck a little too straight after tightening the truss rod 1/8 of a turn. So I just ordered the Music Nomad Setup Kit, six individual Music Nomad nut files, the Music Nomad table mat and neck support block, and TUSQ replacement nut and saddle from Graph Tech. The tools alone cost almost as much as I paid for the guitar! Oh well, I am excited to learn the skills and to have the tools so I can work on my own instruments. Of course, this means I'll need more nut files for my electric guitars which use different string gages! And after I get the action set right on the new Yamaha FS800, I might end up with some buzzing frets and have to buy more tools to level, crown, and polish frets. Oh boy, what did I get myself into?

[@JasonB5232]

Got Setup for Xmas and I'm thrilled. This was the first setup I've done that I felt like it was easy and that I didn't second guess that I was doing it right.

[@steveirwin7163]

Nice setup video, but the whole reason a Strat is a Strat is the tremolo and there is no mention on how to set it up.

[@Juan_lauda]

Take it off. Done.

[@GaryCost]

After watching the Clapton ‘Crossroad videos’ I’ve noticed that 99% of those players either don’t have the tremolo on their guitar or they just don’t use it. I’ve hard tailed mine, so the whammy bar is lost in the case somewhere.

[@GaryCost]

This was a SUPER great detailed video, very well explained. But I would have made another video for the sales pitch of the tools.

[@iamanovercomer3253]

​@@GaryCost Jeff Beck

[@iamanovercomer3253]

​@@GaryCostagree with you ‼️👍

[@ta1ntv1lle39]

the best set up vid ive seen, i just got a guitar and have been browsing these types of vids and i havent found one nearly as detailed as this one, normally, they will say "well, now youll do this and that" but they wont explain or show what this and that is... thank you, just purchased this kit

[@deltafour1212]

This is a godsend! Please, don't ever take this video down. Subscribed/Bell

[@SoloRider831]

So, and this is just to be clear since I did not hear it mentioned in the video, if you set the electric guitar to these recommended settings and you then get fret buzz, the solutions would be 1) raise the action a bit higher at the saddle, or 2) try to determine where the fret is buzzing and address that with either your luthier or, if you have the skills, crown or shave those specific "high" fret areas? Hope that makes sense. Thanks. Great video.

[@MusicNomadCare]

The KISS setup method is based on doing all the steps in order and having level frets. For example, if you do the String Action Height adjustment only and you have fret buzz, it may be because you did not adjust your Truss Rod. Make sure you follow all the steps in the setup process. For worn or un-even frets you will have to compensate for that until you are able to get fretwork done. To achieve clean notes and no buzzing without fretwork, you will need to raise the action until you achieve no buzz. More relief in the neck and higher string action can solve this but is harder to play and can lead to intonation issues. Another cause for buzzing can be that your nut slots are too low or were cut too low. If you are having any of these issues, we recommend you take your guitar to a qualified repair shop.

[@chaggasfernandes]

Fantastic video. I bought myself the music nomad nut files and the nut height gauge here in New Zealand.

[@shanghaimaath]

Thank you so much ! That's by far the best video on this topic I've ever seen.

[@MusicNomadCare]

Awesome!

[@sergiomng]

Thanks a lot for this very precise and well explained video. I just bought the basic kit from amazon and was able to adjust my taylor guitar. I owe you one!!

[@Tiomofee]

Great advice and nicely explained. Thanks a lot from Germany. :-)

[@Douger318]

GREAT LEARNING FOR BEGINNER JUST GETTING STARTED THANK YOU

[@danabiondo9243]

Now That is A Strat! Thank You !

[@modernmute9028]

Thanks for this video, tried other videos but they weren't very detailed. Just bought a 6 piece set of the tools you used in the video. Thanks for your time and knowledge

[@wedrivebynight]

This was extremely helpful.

[@bodystoke]

Thanks Geoff, that was super helpful... I tweaked everything, but the nut height, as I don't have the proper file for that currently. My Strat plays and sounds better...thx again!

[@bradincaliphas]

Great work Geoff!

[@kkrsnn5632]

Mike McCready showing you how to setuo a guitar 😉 Great video 😊

[@deybsapon]

Thank you man. It helps me a lot. Salute 👍

[@brendanmorris9561]

Great Video! Can you please do a full set-up of a Prs? I am purchasing your PRS feeler gauge and would also love to find out how to adjust string action height on one of their bridges as well

[@MusicNomadCare]

We are working it. Stay tuned and subscribe to our channel so you can be alerted as we launch new videos

[@brendanmorris9561]

@@MusicNomadCare Awesome Thanks! I'm actually a subscriber already and own a lot of your products. You guys are great!

[@shawnhuff3920]

So what if I have a player series ssh.. strat will this work

[@MusicNomadCare]

Yes it will work great

[@hernan_93]

Absolutely thankful. Best setup video I have seen so far. A keeper in my "guitar library". Thank you, guys. The tools are a little bit high, at least to me. Any discount or code you can share?

[@ElkinCanas-tb9bs]

Great Tutorial!! I just received my set and I will work on my guitars. Just a little question, if my guitar has a compound radius 8 to 12. Should I use the 12 radius gauge?

[@MusicNomadCare]

Yes, you use the largest number on a compound radius fretboard, which is the radius at the last fret.

[@deslauriermc]

great video but missing one crucial element on the strat setup which is the floating bridge . setting this up has an impact on all the rest of the setup as well

[@MusicNomadCare]

For further info on the trem bridge on your fender strat reach out to our guitar tech at [e-mail]

[@deslauriermc]

okay but why don’t you add this in your stratocaster set up video ? it’s a major part of it .

[@MusicNomadCare]

You're correct but we do have plans on launching more videos and addressing that type of tremolo. For the time being check out our setup video on how to setup a guitar with a Floyd Rose system. There are some similarities in the setup process that may help you with the tremolo setup on your strat. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooSViqp3ntGaq5I

[@kostis6]

I have bought many of your tools and they are top notch! Best on the market. I have a question about intonation if you don’t mind. When I’m done with intonation saddles don’t always follow the typical shape. ( bass string saddles further from nut and Treble string saddles closer to the nut). My guitar always plays well anyway. Should I care? Thanks ;)

[@MusicNomadCare]

It is normal where your strings are positioned on the saddle.

[@StevenDoyleYes]

excellent tutorial 👏 thank you

[@kcirmusic1]

Excellent video but a question for you. Around 11:24 you are speaking in terms of inches (1.50 and 1.25). Did you switch to millimeters at 11:32? 1.50 inches equates to .060 and 1.25 equates to .050 correct? Thanks very much.

[@MusicNomadCare]

You have it slightly backwards, the 1.50 is a measurement in millimeters which converts to 0.060 thousands of an inch.

[@shanehutchinson7237]

its confused me mate because if u measure with capo on first fret 60 thou and 50 thou when u take capo off its 2mm and 175mm

[@gscgold]

So what kind of tuner are you using in this video that is something I need to know

[@MusicNomadCare]

In this video we are using a Peterson StroboPlus HDC

[@scottgoldstein6074]

I've been playing 10s on my strat forever as strictly a rhythm player. Thinking of changing to 9s to start doing some lead work and make the bends a bit easier. Would I need to have a new setup going from 10s to 9s? Thanks. I love these videos.

[@MusicNomadCare]

There should be no issue as long as your string gauge is no higher or lower than 3-4 thousand of an inch of the nut slot size which it shouldn't be going from 9s to 10s but you can always use our precision setup gauge set to check to see if you need a setup

[@TheAlphahot1]

no tremolo bridge on a stratocaster setup video, nice job!

[@dalmatdevelopment7821]

Is it possible that pickup height causes 1st string to choke a bit when bending north from 12th fret? Amazing tutorial by the way, one of the best I have seen!

[@MusicNomadCare]

It could be a possibility. Can you reach out to [e-mail], and we can help you with your specific instrument needs. Thanks!

[@dalmatdevelopment7821]

@@MusicNomadCare Thanks! Another quick question - I have just filed my nut slots, and the strings are quite deep now. Does this affect the sound in any way? I can't really tell, I see there are all kinds of string "depths", so perhaps it is just a visual preference?

[@justinfurmanek2120]

Very good setup video.

[@iryan9]

Great video! Once this process is complete should the strings on an electric guitar buzz when played acoustically?

[@MusicNomadCare]

There should be no buzzing. The KISS setup method is based on doing all the steps in order and having level frets. For worn or un-even frets you will have to compensate for that until you are able to get fretwork done. To achieve clean notes and no buzzing without fretwork, you will need to raise the action until you achieve no buzz. More relief in the neck and higher string action can solve this but is harder to play and can lead to intonation issues. Another cause for buzzing can be that your nut slots are too low or were cut too low. If you are having any of these issues, we recommend you take your guitar to a qualified repair shop.

[@FireDawg1791]

Question. When would one use the neck tilt vs other ways to set string action?

[@MusicNomadCare]

Can you reach out to us at [e-mail] to discuss your instrument's specific needs? Thank you!

[@DARKSXDYTGaming]

Does this work for fender squires?

[@MusicNomadCare]

Yes the process is the same but the truss rod adjustment is slightly different since on a squire the truss rod is located at the headstock and Geoff addresses this in the video during Step 1.

[@pedromaiz88]

I've had the musicnomad string action gauge for a few years and absolutely love it. It will probably last me a lifetime and is easy to use. I also have all guitar surface cleaning products. I don't have any other set up tools from musicnomad, and I want to follow this guide. It's a little bit tricky to follow along with different tools, for example, when measuring the nut height. Because the musicnomad nut height gauge doesn't show us any quantitative units of measurement, I have no idea how to use something else. I think it's cool that musicnomad keeps it simple by telling the user "yes, this is fine" or "not fine, file the nut". But I have no idea what I am supposed to aim for when using a tool that does actually show the quantity that is being measured. I figured the easiest solution is just to buy all of the music nomad tools. But now I'm a little irritated to see that you sell all of these gauges separately. For example, why not just sell one set of feeler gauges that includes what we need for truss rod relief and nut height? I'd rather have a more compact set of tools, and I bet the price would be lower if these were both a part of a single set. Instead, there are 6 different pieces that are needed for the complete set of guages, and it comes out to a whopping 60 bucks. I have seen complete sets of feeler gauges for like $10 before. Granted, they are not as easy to use and are not as conveniently labeled, but I don't think I can justify paying that much just for convenience.

[@danabiondo9243]

Only $60.00 ?

[@lelandgaunt7130]

Pedro, it sounds like you need to do more overtime at McDonald's.

[@Snek03]

lol. I love how he assumes we all have a cloth fiber padded workbench to rest our guitars against. He actually took the time to explain the angles he likes to shove it against the plush bench. 🤣

[@miguelduarte4730]

Hi. Many thanks for this - I think I'll be able to avoid some cost on sending the guitar away for some easy adjustments (and enjoy the process why my guitar!). One doubt: on measuring the relief, capo on 1st fret and finger on the 12th - the 12th specifically? I saw somewhere else that it could be on the fret where the neck "meets" the body. Or does each guitar has it's own specific fret where to press? (I would just like to try to understand the logic of the 12th - I also own a PRS guitar and would like to use the right fret.) Thanks once again.

[@MusicNomadCare]

We respect the different ways manufacturers and repair techs approach neck relief. With Master Guitar Tech Geoff Luttrell along with other top repair techs we developed our KISS method using the 1st and 12th fret and measuring at the 6th fret to accommodate most all guitars using a common measurement. The relief of the neck at the 6th fret is in the middle of the span between the 1st and 12th fret. The logic would be the same for a PRS guitar. We also have a PRS video if you'd like to check it out as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5qUaKiDgcSoh8U

[@miguelduarte4730]

@@MusicNomadCare Thanks. Clear. Already checked the PRS video. Excellent stuff - makes me less afraid of "touching" the guitar... All the best.

[@Beelzybud]

Great guide. Thanks.

[@kamalkumargautam007]

This video made my day...

[@inlandbott]

great video! i have a 62 reissue, so couldn’t ask for a more perfect setup vid! quick question. fender specs and guitar setup guys like dan erlewine and gerry haze capo at 1st like you, but when measure action and relief while pressing down at the 17th fret, not the 12th like you. what is your rational for that? i know others do as well. thanks again!

[@MusicNomadCare]

We're glad this video helped you out with your 62 reissue! We respect the different ways manufacturers and repair techs approach neck relief. With Master Guitar Tech Geoff Luttrell along with other top repair techs we developed our KISS method using the 1st and 12th fret and measuring at the 6th fret to accommodate most all guitars using a common measurement. The relief of the neck at the 6th fret is in the middle of the span between the 1st and 12th fret.

[@paj1015]

How do you set the string height/saddle height, when working on a neck with compound radius?

[@MusicNomadCare]

Use the largest number / flattest part of the compound radius to work with. If you have any further questions, please reach out to [e-mail]

[@tomjoad6993]

For the neck relief, shouldn't you use a notched straightedge?

[@MusicNomadCare]

the KISS method is designed to pick capo at the 1st fret, press down on the 12th fret and use the feeler gauge at the 6th fret to determine your relief.

[@matjj676]

Is it necessary to loosen the strings prior to the truss rod adjustment? Thank you.

[@MusicNomadCare]

No you want to have your guitar in tune to measure and adjust your truss rod

[@matjj676]

Got it, thank you!!

[@realhorsegarage5359]

How about neck angle ( shim or not )

[@vandamme211]

When you the Nut files set will be available?

[@MusicNomadCare]

We are starting to ship our pre order this week.

[@enos211]

Thanks for the video! Do you firmly recommend following the steps in this specific order? Any of you folks in comments do it in a different order?

[@MusicNomadCare]

Yes you need to perform the full setup in the proper KISS flow because its a linear process and all the steps are using a fixed reference point at the 1st fret so if your nut height slots are incorrect it doesnt change the other measurements and adjustments you made in the previous steps so you will not need to go back and remeasure and adjust

[@rhameirchavez1721]

I am a bit confused here. Capo on 1st fret and pressed on the 12th fret? Last fret? Or where the neck meets the body?

[@MusicNomadCare]

You capo at the first fret using the pick capo and press down on the top of the 12th fret or at the 13th fret so the string terminates on the 12th fret and then measure at the 6th fret. Feel free to email us at [e-mail] to discuss your specific instrument needs. Thanks!

[@miguelduarte4730]

Good morning. One doubt / request for help, if possible. I was checking the intonation on my guitar yesterday and all strings were fine except for the low E. On this one I had to go pretty much to the limit of the spring; what happens if it doesn't go any further and still the intonation is not ok? Many thanks for your help.

[@MusicNomadCare]

Can you reach out to us at [e-mail], and we can discuss your instrument's specific needs? Thank you.

[@bldlightpainting]

Want to save a couple hundred bucks per guitar? This video is an easy-to-understand guild to doing your own neck setup, which is what I do to every one of my instruments.

[@ivanbravo347]

7:24 your headstock went into another dimension 😨

[@Mr.R0bot]

😂😂😂😂

[@gokhanayvazoglu6295]

Do I need to put something between the bridge? so that the bridge does not rise? While I’m adjusting truss road?

[@MusicNomadCare]

Thank you for reaching out. Can you email us at [e-mail], and we can discuss your Fender's specific needs? Thanks!

[@MrSupersuperbeto]

Hey, thanks a lot! This is an excellent video! I know that there are lots of people asking for the tremolo setup, any news on that? Let's imagine that I know how to setup the tremolo, at what point should I do it? Like the first thing, or the last one, or in the middle before setting pickups high? Thanks again!!

[@MusicNomadCare]

Thanks for watching our how to videos, we spend a lot of time making them to help our community. Check out this video we did on how to set up a floyd rose step-by-step: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooSViqp3ntGaq5I

[@ayoluca1]

I got confused, how can we trust the measurement from the first step :"Trust rod " if we did not have to consider the saddles and bridge height and action first?

[@MusicNomadCare]

The Keep It Simple Setup method is designed in a linear flow so when performing the steps you will not need to go back and redo any adjustments. If you do not follow the proper follow and do saddles and bridge height and action before the truss rod all your measurements before the truss rod will not be accurate. It is very important to follow the linear flow in the KISS method. For more clarification on the flow and how the KISS method was designed email us at [e-mail]

[@ayoluca1]

@@MusicNomadCare Thank you so much! You are absolutely correct,

[@That.old.mountain]

Exactly what I’ve been wanting to find

[@Bromeh]

Awesome vid, one of the best (maybe the best) out there that I have found thus far coupled with excellent tools. When you are checking your 'action' on the 12th fret, do you look to actually see the desired line on the tool OR so the line is just NOT visible?

[@MusicNomadCare]

Thanks! The bottom of the string should meet the top of the line and be visible. This makes it easier to see and how our string action works. We are not sure about other string action gauges.

[@achmadjeri5825]

Tremolo setup pls.

[@MusicNomadCare]

Here is how to setup a Guitar with a Floyd Rose with KISS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooSViqp3ntGaq5I

[@creepymcpeepers]

If I have 56 gauge will there be one for that gauge in the nut file set?

[@MusicNomadCare]

With a .056 low E our Acoustic Set MN670 has a .056 and the rest of the sizes may accommodate your string set. We also sell the .056 MN661 as a single file that you can add to the Electric Light Set MN668. Email [e-mail] for more information.

[@DaveE69]

So what curve profile should you adjust the action on the bridge to when you have a compound curve on your neck. e.g. on a fender American Ultra?

[@MusicNomadCare]

With your strings off, you will still measure the fretboard radius at the last fret. You will then match your string radius to the fretboard radius. For example if you have a 9.5" to 12" compound radius you will want to use the larger number which is the flattest part of the radius.

[@DaveE69]

@@MusicNomadCare thanks very much. I’m on it. 😎

[@malibuguy5187]

When checking string action, is it industry standard to fret the 1st fret prior to measuring? If you leave the 1st fret open measurements can differ dramatically.

[@MusicNomadCare]

Holding down the string at the first fret with the Pick Capo allows you to make an accurate adjustment following the KISS methods linear flow. In the flow you have not yet addressed your nut slot height which makes it a nonvalid reference point. Adjusting the nut slot height is the last step in the playability part of the setup. Following the KISS linear flow allows you to setup your guitar to play and sound great without having to go back and repeat steps.

[@gusdog436]

Great job but I still have an issue intonating the high E-string. I have an American Strat. It has two bolts / screws in front securing the bridge. My strobe shows the high E string slightly flat and I cannot shorten the string anymore because the saddle mechanism is right up against the bridge bolt. Neck relief and string height are set to spec. Do you have a solution? Thanks.

[@MusicNomadCare]

It sounds like your spring is not allowing your saddle to move back far enough. Our guitar tech can help determine the solution, shoot him an email at [e-mail] and he will help you out.

[@gswafford2199]

My strat is a no radius neck it’s a us ultra and it’s flat across the fret board would I need a radius gauge ?

[@MusicNomadCare]

If your fretboard is truly flat you will not need a radius gauge.

[@gswafford2199]

@@MusicNomadCare hey thanks and thanks for the video, matter fact I’m ordering your product as I type , awesome easy step by step

[@ui9u9hh]

I purchased the tools you recommended. I followed your instructions including the Low-Med action. My American Standard Strat (circa 2014) turned out fine. My 1979 Strat didn't. The action is such that I get buzzing on the low E and fret out when I bend a note a whole step on the high E above the 12th fret. Any ideas why?

[@MusicNomadCare]

Sounds like you may need some fret work on your vintage guitar. For worn or un-even frets you will have to compensate for that until you are able to get fretwork done. To achieve clean notes and no buzzing without fretwork, you will need to raise the action until you achieve no buzz. More relief in the neck and higher string action can solve this but is harder to play and can lead to intonation issues. Another cause for buzzing can be that your nut slots are too low or were cut too low. If you are having any of these issues, we recommend you take your guitar to a qualified repair shop.

[@jturquoise]

How do we set radius for a compound radius neck. For example my Charvel pro mod has 12-16” radius. Do I set the strings to the 16” radius?

[@MusicNomadCare]

With your strings off, you will still measure the fretboard radius at the last fret. You will then match your string radius to the fretboard radius. For example, if you have a 9.5" to 12" compound radius, you will want to use the larger number, which is the flattest part of the radius.

[@jturquoise]

@@MusicNomadCare thanks so much ! This is the best explanation I’ve heard or seen anywhere. I don’t regret buying several music nomad products ! Thanks so much for responding !

[@jj_vero8499]

question: I have a 62 strat and when I lower the high e string to 50/1000s it tends to choke out when I bend. How do I fix this?

[@MusicNomadCare]

Hi, Your guitar may need fret work. You can try raising the action until you can get the frets evaluated. Feel free to reach out to [e-mail] for additional help.

[@surfrby8876]

Absolutely best instructional setup video on YT, I just subscribed and I’m going pick up the KiSS. tool kit, my only question would be about how to properly float the trem ? Thank you 👍

[@MusicNomadCare]

Due to the complexity and the different style trem bridges and what you're trying to achieve. Please contact [e-mail] so our Guitar Tech can get in all the details with you

[@metaloutlander]

great video!

[@michaelbalamuth93]

Question: Your Intonation Setup is the first I've ever seen using the 12th and 17th Fret. I've been used to the 12th Fret Harmonic/Fretted Note or the measure of the octaves. Could you please elaborate on the rationale of the 12th and 17th Method? Thanks for any help!

[@MusicNomadCare]

measuring at the 12th & 17th fret is making sure you're properly intonated through out neck.

[@nickmickyok2841]

tremolo fixed? How is it block?

[@MusicNomadCare]

There are a few way to block your tremolo to your specific guitar, email our guitar tech at [e-mail] and he will help with your question