Shop the tools pro players and techs use to get consistent, repeatable guitar setups at home. Every guide here was written and tested by Nick, a working guitarist and setup technician, using factory measurements and real workshop practice — no guesswork and no conflicting internet advice.
Choose from step-by-step setup guides for the most popular electric and acoustic models, bundle deals that save you money when you own more than one guitar, and valuation tools for buying, selling or insuring used guitars.
Every product is an instant PDF download that works on phone or desktop, and every paid product is covered by a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Setup Guides &
Resources.
Exact specs, printable cards, and step-by-step guides. Pick your guitar — stop guessing.
Best SellerComplete Strat & Tele setup with factory specs and printable cards.
- Factory specs for every Fender era (1950–present)
- Step-by-step instructions with photos
- Truss rod adjustment guide
- Printable workbench cards
NewComplete Les Paul & SG guide with humbucker and P-90 specs.
- Exact Les Paul & SG specs for all eras
- Humbucker & P-90 pickup height settings
- Stopbar tailpiece height guide
NewTaylor & Martin model-specific specs with saddle height sanding guide.
- Taylor & Martin model-specific specs
- Saddle height sanding guide (2:1 ratio)
- Neck relief with brand-specific wrench sizes
NewSeries-specific specs and upgrade roadmap for all Squier lines.
- Sonic, Affinity, Classic Vibe, Contemporary
- Ceramic vs alnico pickup heights
- Top 5 upgrades ranked by impact-per-dollar
NewComplete P-Bass & J-Bass setup guide with exact specs for every playing style.
- Precision Bass & Jazz Bass specs (1951–present)
- Action targets for finger, pick, and slap styles
- Split-coil and dual-pickup height settings
- Fretless bass setup section
- 5-string extended range specs
- Printable workbench reference cards
NewComplete PRS setup guide with exact specs for Core, S2 & SE — trem float and stoptail both covered.
- Exact specs for Core, S2 & SE lines
- PRS tremolo float setup (Gen III & SE)
- Stoptail & wraparound bridge adjustment
- Humbucker & single-coil pickup heights
- Printable workbench reference cards
PremiumComplete ownership dossier with human photo review, sold comps, provenance research, and 3-year resale forecast.
- Human photo review & condition verification
- 3–5 sold comparable listings with prices
- Provenance research: production run context, rarity
- 3-year resale value forecast
- Fillable insurance/estate PDF documentation
- Delivered by email within 24 hours
NewBuying used? Upload photos and get a photo-based authenticity screening with human-reviewed risk flags.
- Headstock, logo & serial inspection
- Body, hardware & label photo analysis
- Risk flags + human review
- 30-day money-back guarantee
NewPaste a Reverb, eBay, or Marketplace listing and get a fair-price band, deal verdict, and negotiation angle.
- Fair-price band (low/mid/high)
- Deal verdict: good, fair, or overpriced
- Condition red flags to watch for
- Negotiation angle + suggested counteroffer
- Delivered by email within 24 hours
Guitar History Report
Year, factory, era context and spec snapshot — a keepsake for your records or a future buyer. No valuation.
- Production year & factory decode
- Era & production-run context
- Factory spec snapshot for your model year
- Care tips for your guitar’s age
- Keepsake PDF for your records
Guitar Valuation Report
A low / mid / high market range specific to your model, year, and condition — based on real sales data.
- 3-tier price range (trade-in / private / retail)
- Key value factors for your specific guitar
- Market context & comparable sales data
- Tips to maximise your sale price
Premium Valuation & Documentation Report
The full documentation pack — valuation plus print-ready provenance, condition and replacement-value records.
- Everything in the Valuation Report
- Serial-decode summary & provenance snapshot
- Condition checklist
- Replacement-value discussion figure
- Print-ready documentation format
Not sure which? Compare the reports in detail →
Just want the story of your guitar? See the Guitar History Report →
All 4 setup guides — Fender, Gibson, Acoustic & PRS — in one checkout.
Both Fender & Gibson setup guides. Save $9 vs. buying separately.
Frequently asked questions
Are the setup guides really instant downloads?
Yes. Payment is processed securely through Stripe, and you get a download link on screen and by email immediately after checkout — no account and no app required.
What is the refund policy?
Every paid product has a 30-day money-back guarantee. If a guide does not help you set up your guitar, emailsupport@owningafender.com for a full refund.
Which guitars do the guides cover?
The Fender setup guide covers Stratocaster and Telecaster, the Gibson guide covers Les Paul and SG, the Squier guide covers every current series, the acoustic guide covers Taylor, Martin, Yamaha and more, and the bass guide covers Precision and Jazz basses. Bundles combine two or three of these at a discount.
Do the guides work for left-handed guitars?
Yes. Setup measurements such as neck relief, action, and pickup height are the same regardless of handedness; where a step differs (nut slot depth, for example) the guide calls it out explicitly.