Using your Ernie Ball Music Man Valentine Electric Guitar is a breeze. Plug it into an amplifier using a standard instrument cable. Use the 3 - way lever switch to select different pickup combinations and get various sounds. The coil split function lets you further customize the tone. When playing, keep your fingers on the frets firmly to get clear notes. For maintenance, wipe the body with a soft, dry cloth after each use to keep it clean. Check the tuning regularly and use the Schaller M6 - IND locking tuning machines to adjust. Don't expose the guitar to extreme temperatures or high humidity, as it can damage the wood and hardware. Also, change the strings every few months depending on how often you play to keep the sound fresh.