Set Up Your Fender Like a Pro
Exact Strat & Tele specs for action, relief, intonation & pickup height. One printable PDF. No guessing. No conflicting advice.
“I followed this guide and my Strat finally plays properly — no buzzing, no guesswork.”
— Mike T., Stratocaster Player
Why This Guide Exists
Free setup advice is scattered, inconsistent, and often wrong. This guide gives you exact Fender measurements in one place — tested, structured, and safe.
What You'll Be Able to Do
- Set up your Strat or Tele in under 30 minutes
- Stop paying $75–150 per shop visit
- Eliminate fret buzz without trial and error
- Know exactly when your guitar needs a setup
The Math Is Simple
2 setups a year = $2,000+ over the next decade. Or spend $19 today and never pay for a setup again.
This guide gives you the exact specs and step-by-step process that professional techs use—not vague “adjust until it feels right” advice. Real numbers. Clear instructions. No guesswork.
This Guide Is For You If...
- You just bought a Strat or Tele and it buzzes or doesn't feel right
- You're tired of paying $75–150 every time your guitar needs a tune-up
- You've watched YouTube setup videos but got confused by conflicting advice
- You want to learn the skill once and set up any Fender yourself
- You're a beginner who's nervous about touching the truss rod
Look Inside the Guide
Every page is designed for your workbench. Clear diagrams, exact measurements, zero fluff.
Action Measurement Guide
Neck Relief Measurement
Truss Rod Adjustment Process
Why Not Just Use Free Guides?
Free Online Info
- Conflicting advice from dozens of sources
- Vague instructions and “it depends” answers
- No printable reference
- Distracting ads and interruptions
- Hard to search or bookmark
This Guide
- All specs in one organized document
- Exact measurements and clear steps
- Printable workbench reference cards
- Yours forever, no internet needed
- Searchable PDF with bookmarks
What Guitar Players Are Saying
R★★★★★“This has answered many of the probably basic questions that I needed. Very clear instructions and real talk, not technical speak. I'm tired of paying $150–200 for setups and waiting forever. This helped me more than anything else out there—authentic, real information that you can use.”
M★★★★★“I love the charts. Different information was one of my problems—diagrams showing the wrong strings, relief gauges showing .060 for electric guitars, people telling you ‘just set everything to 1.6mm.’ Your guide cleared up all that confusion. Thank you!”
J★★★★★“If an expert like yourself broke the knowledge down correctly, then more players like myself could set up their own guitars the way they specifically want. This is a great knowledge base and I would give it a great review.”
What's Inside
Printable Workbench Reference Cards
Hang them on your wall. All the specs at a glance.
The Master Setup Process
The exact order (relief → action → tremolo → pickups → intonation) so you don't chase your tail.
The Buzz Map
A visual troubleshooting guide that pinpoints problems in minutes.
Famous Player Setups
How SRV, Mayer, Clapton, and others set up their guitars.
Genre-Specific Recommendations
Blues, country, metal, jazz—different feels for different styles.
10 Setup Myths Debunked
Stop believing forum nonsense.
Tool Shopping List
Everything you need for ~$40 (and what you can skip).
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
If this doesn't help you set up your guitar better than before, email me for a full refund. No questions asked.
Frequently Asked Questions
What guitars does this guide cover?
The guide covers Fender Stratocasters and Telecasters specifically — including Squier, Player, American Professional, and Vintage models. The setup principles (action, relief, intonation, pickup height) apply to all bolt-on neck Fenders.
Do I need special tools?
You'll need a few inexpensive tools — a string height gauge (~$8), a set of feeler gauges (~$8), and the Allen keys that came with your guitar. The guide includes a complete tool shopping list so you know exactly what to buy and what to skip. Total cost is about $40.
I'm a complete beginner — will I understand this?
Yes. The guide is written for beginners and uses plain language, clear photos, and exact measurements. You don't need any prior setup experience. Every step tells you exactly what to measure, what number to aim for, and when to stop.
Can I damage my guitar following this guide?
The guide includes safety warnings at every step where there's risk — especially truss rod adjustments. It tells you to work in 1/8 turn increments, wait between adjustments, and when to stop. Thousands of players set up their own guitars safely every day using these exact specs.
What format is the guide?
It's a 54-page searchable PDF (24.8 MB) that you can download instantly after purchase. It includes printable reference cards designed to be used at your workbench — no internet required.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes — 30-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee. If the guide doesn't help you set up your guitar better than before, email me for a full refund.
How is this different from free setup info online?
Free guides are scattered across dozens of forums and YouTube videos, often with conflicting advice. This guide puts every spec you need in one organized, printable document — tested measurements, correct order of operations, and troubleshooting flowcharts. No ads, no conflicting opinions, no searching.
Will I get future updates?
Yes. All future updates are free. When the guide is updated, you'll be able to download the latest version from Gumroad at no extra cost.
Stop paying for setups. Start playing better today.
Stop guessing. Start playing.