Introduction
Tuning a Gibson guitar can be a bit tricky if you are not very familiar with the system. The Gibson guitar system has a power tune that uses a standard bridge style different from regular guitars. This involves a computer which analyzes the signal received from the guitar controlling all Power Locking Tuners. The Gibson guitar tuners have a small motor that synchronizes the strings in order to alter the pitch to the right tolerance. Here are a few tips on how you can tune a Gibson guitar.
Step 1
Tip 1: Learn about the functionalities and features of a Gibson guitar. These include 4 knobs for each volume as well as tone controls. The MCK (Master Control Knob) incorporates all tones and volumes. It is used like regular “push and pull” controller: if it is in down position, you can use it like a regular controller and if it is in the up position, you can coordinate the automatic tuning of the Gibson guitar. Signals are sent to the PCB and the tuners are activated.
Step 2
Tip 2: Learn about the technical information of a Gibson guitar. Calibrating the tunes is tricky if you don’t follow some instructions. The calibration of the tunes can be set to lighter or heavier strings, depending on tolerance. If the tolerance is optimum then the Gibson guitar can be tuned faster. The computer allows you to calibrate each tune and your personal instructions are overwritten on the presets. If you are unsatisfied with the results, you can always reset the instructions to the factory defaults.
Step 3
Tip 3: Learn about the actual tuning of the Gibson guitar. In order to obtain the best results, it’s advised to learn about different styles of tunings and calibrations. If you are a beginner, you can ask for professional help in order to learn about the MCK or the PCB. Even more, there are online websites that can show you trough videos how to use a computer when calibrating the Gibson guitar.
Step 4
Tip 4: If you made a mistake while tuning the guitar, the tunes can always be rest to “standard”. At this point, the tune goes back on 440Hz and you can start over. You can simply pull on the MCK to reset the tune.
Step 5
Tip 5: You can use a computer system to tune your guitar or you can do it manually. It is true that it is easier to do it using a computer because the system offers you more options. But, if you like tuning manually you can make all adjustments by yourself, and after you are done you can re-plug the guitar into the system. There are many people that choose tuning their guitar manually because they believe the sounds will be better. Even more, learning how to tune a guitar manually means that you gain experience and you will be able to tune other guitars as well without the help of systems or computers. They also say that if you manage to tune it manually, it means that you are a professional.
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