Set Up Your Bass Right.
First Time, Every Time.
Exact Precision Bass & Jazz Bass specs for neck relief, string action, pickup height, and intonation. Works for 4-string, 5-string, and fretless. One printable PDF. No more guessing.
What bass players are saying
“I've played P-Bass for years and always set it up by feel. The specific relief numbers and why they matter for bass finally made things click. My low B string buzz is completely gone.”
— Marcus T. — Precision Bass Player
“The pickup height section is worth the price alone. Got the classic J-Bass growl back by following the exact millimeter specs — something no YouTube video ever gave me.”
— Jenny L. — Jazz Bass Player
“Intonation was always a mystery to me on a 5-string. The guide explains exactly how to compensate for the wider nut and longer scale on extended-range basses. Nailed it first try.”
— David R. — 5-String Bass Player
Everything you need to set up any electric bass
Neck relief & truss rod
Exact relief specs for 4-string, 5-string, and fretless — plus how bass neck geometry differs from guitar
String action
Low E through G string heights for every playing style: finger, pick, and slap
Pickup height
P-Bass split-coil and J-Bass dual-pickup balance specs — get the tone, not just the volume
Intonation
Step-by-step intonation for standard and extended-range basses, including compensated nut technique
Nut slot depth
Open-string buzz fix — how to check and correct nut slots without a luthier
Printable cards
Quick spec cards for Precision Bass, Jazz Bass, and generic 4/5-string setups
Look inside the guide
Why this beats free forum advice
| Feature | Forum / YouTube | This Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Consistent, tested specs | ||
| Bass-specific measurements | Rarely | |
| Slap vs finger style action | ||
| Fretless setup section | ||
| No ads or distractions | ||
| Printable workbench card |
Common questions
Fender Precision Bass, Jazz Bass, and generic 4/5-string electric basses. All eras from 1951 to present, including Player Series, American Professional, and Squier models.
A string height gauge (~$8), feeler gauges (~$8), and the Allen keys that came with your bass. Total ~$40. The guide includes a complete shopping list.
Yes. Plain language, clear diagrams, exact measurements. Every step tells you exactly what to measure and when to stop.
Yes. There are dedicated sections for 5-string setup (wider nut, extended scale compensation) and fretless action (higher relief, different action targets).
Yes — 30-day, no-questions-asked. If it doesn't help you set up your bass better, email for a full refund.
A searchable PDF, instant download. Includes printable reference cards designed for your workbench.
Yes. All future updates are free — you'll receive a new download link by email.
Stop guessing. Start playing.
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Download the complete bass setup reference and get your Precision Bass or Jazz Bass playing exactly how it should.