3RD AVENUE STX40 Soprano Ukulele with Bag User Guide

: June 12, 2024
: 3RD AVENUE

3RD AVENUE STX40 Soprano Ukulele with Bag User Guide

UKULELE GUIDE

For STX40 model range STX40 STX40

Preventing unexpected injuries and accidents

CAUTION

Do not treat the instrument in a careless manner or swing/throw the instrument.
Never place your face close to the instrument when changing or adjusting the strings. Strings can suddenly break which can lead to injuries to eyes or body. Always cut off any excess at the string ends as they can be sharp and cause injury.
When cleaning the headstock, you will be in very close proximity to sharp string ends, always be mindful to avoid these to avoid injury.

Take Care when Handling/Cleaning your Ukulele

When the instrument is not being used make sure it is kept on a sturdy stand where it won’t fall over or place it in its case or bag.
Do not treat the instrument in a neglectful manner or put under excessive force.
Clean the instrument using a soft dry cloth to preserve the condition.

Storing your Ukulele

Do not keep your instrument close to a fire or flame, and keep it on a low stable surface.
Do not leave the instrument leaning against the wall particularly in the vicinity of children as the ukulele may get bumped and fall over resulting in damage or injury.
Do not keep the instrument in direct sunlight or in locations subject to extremely high or low temperatures.
At certain times of the year, temperatures inside of a car can become extremely hot. It is recommended not to store the instrument in the inside of a car.
Ukuleles are fragile instruments and any fall/knock can de-tune the instrument, please re-tune the instrument after any trauma it may have incurred.
Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the product, since they may fall over and cause a fire.

Using your Ukulele

Your ukulele has been adjusted at the factory, please don’t change any of the structural elements of the ukulele as this can lead to irreparable damage and voiding of any warranty
Always be conscious of the volume level at which you use your instrument, taking into consideration of neighbours, colleagues, or any other persons in the vicinity
Excessive force/rigid technique when strumming the ukulele strings can lead to string breakages.
When placing the ukulele on a stand, always ensure you have secured its position before letting go avoiding the ukulele falling off the stand.

TUNING YOUR UKULELE

WARNING

It is recommended to use a chromatic tuner to tune your ukulele.
This will give you an indicator to identify when your strings are at the correct pitch.
Be careful when tuning your ukulele to not over-tighten the strings excessively as this can lead to breakages.
With all new ukuleles, strings take a short while to stretch and hold their tune. It is expected to have to tune your ukulele regularly in the first few days of use, and after periods of not playing.
Always tune ‘up’ to the note, if you turn the peg too far, tune down to below pitch and try again. This makes the tuning more stable.

ACOUSTIC GUITAR GUIDE

For STX10, STX20, XF201, XF202, MX model range

Preventing unexpected injuries and accidents

CAUTION

Do not treat the instrument in a careless manner.
Never place your face close to the instrument when changing or adjusting the strings. Strings can suddenly break which can lead to injury. Once you have changed the strings, always cut off any excess as they can be sharp and cause injury.
When cleaning the headstock of your guitar, you will be in very close proximity to sharp string ends, always be mindful to avoid these to avoid injury.

Take Care when Handling/Cleaning your Guitar

Broken guitar necks are mostly the results of accidents such as dropping the guitar, the guitar falling over, or from shocks occur during transport. When the guitar is not being used make sure it is kept on a sturdy stand where it won’t fall over or place it in its case or bag.
Do not treat the instrument in a neglectful manner or put in under excessive force.
Clean the instrument using a soft dry cloth to preserve the condition of the guitar.

Storing your Guitar

Do not keep your guitar close to a fire or flame, and keep it on a low stable surface.
Do not leave the instrument leaning again against the wall particularly in the vicinity of children as the guitar may get knocked and fall.
Do not keep the instrument in direct sunlight or in extremely high or low temperatures.
At certain times of the year, temperatures inside of a car can become extremely hot. It is recommended not store the instrument in the inside of a car.
Guitars are fragile instruments and any fall/knock can de-tune the instrument, please re-tune the instrument after any trauma.
Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the product, since they may fall over and cause a fire.

Using your Guitar

Your guitar has been adjusted at the factory, please don’t change any of the structural elements of the guitar as this can lead to irreparable damage and voiding of any warranty
Always be conscious of the volume level at which you use your instrument, taking into consideration of neighbours, colleagues, or any other persons in the vicinity
Excessive force/rigid technique when strumming the guitar strings can lead to string breakages.
When using a strap, ensure that the strap button is securely screwed into the body of the guitar before attaching. The other end of the strap must be tied securely to the shoulder of the headstock.
When placing the guitar on a stand, always ensure you have secured its position before letting go avoiding the guitar falling over

Water Warning (Electro-Acoustic Guitar)

Do not expose your instrument to rain or excess water as this can damage the finish of the instrument and the structure of the guitar.
Never remove jack leads or control any additional electronic devices used to amplify the guitar with wet hands, near water or in damp/rainy conditions. This is very dangerous and can lead to electric shock/fatal injury.

TUNING YOUR GUITAR

WARNING

It is recommended to use a chromatic tuner to tune your guitar.
This will give you an indicator to identify when your strings are at the correct pitch.
Be careful when tuning your guitar to not over-tighten the strings excessively as this can lead to breakages.
With all new guitars, strings take a short while to stretch and hold their tune. It is expected to have to tune your guitar regularly in the first few days of use.

ELECTRIC/BASS GUITAR GUIDE

For XF203, XF204, STX30, STX05, GA10, GA15, BA15 model range

CAUTION

This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the product or attempt to disassemble the internal components in any way. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified technician.
Do not expose the product to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions. If any liquid seeps into the product, turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
Avoid or stop using the product outdoors when there’s a sign of rain or thunderstorms. Lightning strikes can result and may be fatal.
Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the product, since they may fall over and cause a fire.
Before connecting the product to other electronic components, turn off the power of all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum.
Be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.
To prevent the possibility of electrical shock or fire, we recommend using great caution when using this instrument in high humidity or wet weather environments.
To avoid damage to your instruments wood, finish, or electronic components, do not expose this instrument to direct sunlight, high temperatures/humidity or leave stored in an automobile.
Do not use close to electronics such as speakers, TV, and radio. The instrument’s electronic circuits may cause noise in the TV or radio.
Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.
Before moving the product, remove all connected cables to prevent damage or injury to anyone who might trip over them.
When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet. Even when the power switch is turned off, electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum level.
Never hold the instrument close to your face when adjusting or replacing strings.
If you cut the strings when replacing, do so after sufficiently loosening the pegs. Sudden loss of string tension may damage the neck and the rebounding strings may cause serious injury.
After changing the strings, cut off the leftover string ends.
Make sure the strap is securely attached to the guitar.
Do not lift the guitar by strap. It can cause serious injury or damage to the guitar.
Do not treat the instrument in a rough manner such as swinging it about.
If cleaning is required, wipe with a soft cloth. Do not use thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or wipes soaked with chemicals. Do not place vinyl or plastic products on the instrument. Doing so can cause discolouration/deterioration.
Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.
Do not use the product or headphones for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.
When playing the instrument, pay attention to the volume level. Especially late at night, take neighbours and those who are close by into consideration.
Broken guitar necks are mostly the result of accidents such as dropping the guitar, the guitar falling over, or from shocks occurred during transport. When the guitar is not being used, make sure it is kept on a sturdy stand where it won’t fall over, or place it in its case.
It is recommended to use a chromatic tuner to tune your guitar. This will give you an indicator to identify when your strings are at the correct pitch.
Standard electric guitar tuning: E A D G B E
Standard bass guitar tuning: E A D G
Be careful when tuning your guitar to not over-tighten the strings excessively as this can lead to breakages.
With all new guitars, strings take a short while to stretch and hold their tune. It is expected to have to tune your guitar regularly in the first few days of use.

AMPLIFIER PRECAUTIONS

XF203, XF204, STX30, STX05, GA10, GA15

CAUTION

Install this unit in a well ventilated, dry, clean place, away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture and cold.
Locate this unit away from other electrical appliances, motors, or transformers to avoid humming sounds.
Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature changes and do not locate this unit in high humidity (i.e. a room with a humidifier) to prevent condensation inside this unit, which may cause an electrical shock, fire, damage to this unit or personal injury.
Avoid installing this unit where foreign objects may fall or may be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. Do not place other components on top as they may cause damage or discolouration on the surface of this unit, burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire, damage to this unit or personal injury or containers with liquid in them, as they may fall and liquid may cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this unit.
Do not cover this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation.
Do not operate this unit upside-down and do not use force on switches, knobs, and/or cords.
When disconnecting the power cable from the wall outlet, grasp the AC plug; do not pull the cord.
Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.
Do not clean this unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
Only the voltage specified on this unit must be used. Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.
Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.
Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum.
Be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.
Do not attempt to modify or fix this unit. The cabinet should never be opened for any reason.
Before moving the unit, disconnect the power cable from the outlet.
Be sure to use the AC adaptor supplied with this unit. Using an AC adaptor other than the one provided may cause fire or damage to this unit.
Install this unit near the wall outlet and where the power cable can be reached easily.
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges.
Do not use the instrument/device or headphones for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.
Even when the power switch is in standby status, electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. When you are not using the instrument for a along time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

Ukulele

Tie the string to the bridge/saddle as demonstrated above
Adjust the tuning pegs to align the holes so that they are pointing towards the top and bottom of the instrument. Insert the string into the tuning peg.
Turn the peg to wind the string. Once you have attached/wound the strings securely, use a tuner to bring the strings up to pitch.

Classical Guitar

Guitar bridge (side view)

Tie the string to the guitar bridge as demonstrated above (if strings 1,2 or 3 slip, then tie an extra knot)
Once you have attached and wound the strings, use a tuner to bring the strings up to pitch.\
Wind the strings onto the tuning pegs. See above how to securely fasten a new string to the peg. (Demonstration for strings 1, 4, 5. For strings 2, 3, 6 tie and wind in the opposite direction.)

Electric Bass Guitar

Loosen the string (if the string is broken, ignore this step) then safely remove the part of the string attached the tuning peg. Feed the new string through the correct hole in the bridge.
Carefully pull the string all the way through, using your finger to prevent it from grinding against the bridge hole. Align the string over the bridge saddle and nut.
Insert the string through the corresponding peg hole, ensuring the excess string points towards the tuning pegs. Pull the string through loosely so it will wind around the peg before being tuned.
Tighten the string by winding the peg, keeping one hand on the string to keep it in place. Cut off the excess string with wire cutters, cutting as close to the tuning peg as possible.

Electric Guitar

Loosen the string that needs to be replaced (if the string is broken, ignore this step) then safely remove the part of the string attached the tuning peg. Be very careful to avoid injury from the sharp string ends. Feed the new string through the correct hole in the back of the guitar.
Turn the guitar over and pull the string through until it can be pulled no further. Bring the string up to the nut and to the tuning pegs, making sure the hole in the tuning peg is facing the body of the guitar.
Thread the string through the appropriate tuning peg hole, ensuring the excess string points towards the tuning pegs. Create a dog leg crease in the string if necessary. Pull the string through but with some slack so the string will wind around the peg a number of times before being tuned to pitch.
Tighten the string (either by hand or peg winder). Keep one hand on the string to keep it in place and the other to tighten the string. This keeps the tension and will stop the string from unravelling. Cut off the excess string with wire cutters. Try and cut as close to the tuning peg as possible.

Acoustic/Electro-Acoustic Guitar

Loosen the string that needs to be replaced (if the string is broken, ignore this step) then safely remove the part of the string attached to the tuning peg. Be very careful to avoid injury from the sharp string ends.
Remove the pin from the bridge of the guitar, this can be done with a string winder. (You can also use small pliers, be careful not to use excess force that may cause damage to the peg or body of guitar.)
Place the ball end of the new string in to the hole. Push the pin into the hole with the groove facing the soundhole. It should be a tight fit, but do not force the pin in. Pull the string up, with your finger on top of the pin, to ensure the ball end is holding the tension. This will ensure the peg doesn’t pop out when tightening the string.
Thread the other end of the string through the appropriate tuning peg hole, ensuring the excess string points towards the tuning pegs. Create a dog leg crease in the string if necessary. Pull the string through but with some slack so the string will wind around the peg a number of times before being tuned to pitch.
Tighten the string (either by hand or peg winder). Keep one hand on the string to keep it in place and the other to tighten the string. This keeps the tension and will stop the string from unravelling.
Once you have tuned the string to the correct tension, cut off the excess string with wire cutters. Try and cut as close to the tuning peg as possible, be careful not to cut any other strings when doing so.