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Stratocaster® Setup Guide
This article describes how to properly set up a Stratocaster® guitar.

Fender® Product Warranty Information
This article describes Fender's warranty policy for all Fender products.

Previously Owned/Used Products Warranty Information
I bought my instrument used. Is it still under warranty?

Fender® Product Warranty Card
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Solid Body Guitar Tonal Differences
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Fender® Replacement Guitar Necks and Bodies
Learn more about how to get a replacement for neck or body for your guitar or bass guitar.

Fender® Instrument Finish Types
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Fender® Instrument Replacement Decal
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Bi-Flex Truss Rod
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Guitar Neck Radius
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Guitar Neck Shape (V, C, U)
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Changing Guitar Strings
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Guitar Setup
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Instrument Intonation
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Instrument Value
A note about establishing the value of your Fender instrument.

Fender® Historical Patent Markings
Information about the historical patent markings seen on some FMIC products.

Fender® Special Run (FSR) Products
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Fender® Direct-to-Consumer Sales
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Fender® Instrument Refinishing
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Fender® Guitar Releases
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Re-releasing Old Fender® Models
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Discontinued Fender® Products
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Fender® Guitar Tuning Machine Replacement
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Adjustment and Intonation for a Locking Tremolo
This article provides instructions on how to properly adjust and intonate an instrument which uses a locking tremolo system.

Rock Band™ 3 does not recognize my Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller
This article explains how to make Rock Band™ 3 recognize your controller.

My Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller shows up as a drum set in Rock Band™ 3
This article explains how to check the MIDI adapter to ensure the proper peripheral selected.

My Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller shows up as a keyboard in Rock Band™ 3
This article explains how to check the MIDI adapter to ensure the proper peripheral selected.

Rock Band™ 3 is asking for a microphone, but I don’t want to be the singer
This article explains what to do when the game instructs you to connect a microphone when attempting to play the game using your guitar and controller.

Mad Catz® MIDI PRO-Adapter™ MIDI Input Indicator “S.O.S.” message
This article explains what the flashing “S.O.S.” message means on the MIDI adapter.

When I pluck a string, sometimes the note does not score and my streak is broken
This article explains how to ensure Rock Band™ 3 properly detects a note when a string is plucked.

Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller compatibility with Rock Band™ video games
This article describes this peripheral's compatibility with Rock Band™ games.

Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller Rock Band™ 3 Standard Mode compatibility
This article explains the controller's compatibility with the various Rock Band™ modes of gameplay.

Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller Connectivity
This article describes how the controller connects to your game console.

Tuning the Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller for Rock Band™ 3 Gameplay
This article provides information regarding tuning your guitar before playing Rock Band™ 3.

Using a guitar pick when playing Rock Band™ 3
This article explains the use of a guitar pick during gameplay.

Using the string mute feature on the Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller during gameplay
This article explains the purpose behind the string mute feature on this product being used when playing Rock Band™ 3.

Plugging the Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller into a guitar amp while also using it to play Rock Band™ 3
This article discusses using the guitar and controller functionality simultaneously.

Bending notes when Playing Rock Band™ 3
This article discusses bending notes when using the Squier® by Fender® Guitar and Controller during gameplay.

Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller pickguard LED functionality
This article explains the function of the LEDs featured on the pickguard.

Triggering overdrive mode in Rock Band™ 3
This article explains how to trigger the overdrive mode during gameplay.

Triggering overdrive will not change the sound of the Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller’s audio output
This article explains how the overdrive feature works during Rock Band™ 3 gameplay.

Using the Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller as a MIDI Controller
This article explains how to use the device as a MIDI instrument.

Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller Setup Guide
This article explains the instrument setup process.

Using the Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller as a MIDI Guitar for use in DAW software
This article explains how to use your guitar as a MIDI instrument.

Rock Band™ 3 recognizes my Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller but does not respond as I strum the strings
This article explains why the game may not be recognizing the notes as you strum.

Rock Band™ 3 does not recognize the onboard game control buttons of my Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller
This article explains the D-pad and game controller buttons on the controller are not working.

Rock Band™ 3 is not accurately registering the notes and chords I play on my Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller
This article describes potential fixes when the game does not properly recognize notes being played.

Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller Service and Warranty Information
This article covers all information regarding the warranty and service/repair for this instrument.

Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller Video Game and MIDI Connections
This article explains the use of video game and MIDI connections.

Squier® by Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar and Controller: Guitar Amp Connection and Use
This article explains how to use the instrument in conjunction with a guitar amplifier.