The Ernie Ball Music Man James Valentine 'Valentine' electric guitar is a masterpiece. It comes with a slab ash body, giving it a unique resonance. There are two specially designed pickups by Ernie Ball Music Man - 1 humbucker and 1 single coil. The 3 - way custom wired lever switch with coil split feature allows you to create a wide range of tones. The modern hardtail bridge with vintage bent steel saddles offers great sustain. With a 25.5 - inch scale, an oil and wax rubbed roasted maple neck, and a 10 - inch radius maple fingerboard with 22 stainless steel frets, it provides a smooth playing experience. The oversized 4 - over - 2 headstock and compensated nut ensure superior tuning stability. Specifications include an ash body with a high - gloss polyester finish, an asymmetrical neck profile, a roasted figured maple fretboard with black dot inlays, DiMarzio® Custom Humbuckers at both bridge and neck, a black pickguard, 9p - 11p - 16p - 24w - 32w - 42w strings, Schaller M6 - IND locking tuning machines with pearl buttons, and chrome hardware finish.
Using this Ernie Ball Music Man Valentine Electric Guitar is a breeze. First, plug it into your amplifier using a standard instrument cable. Then, use the 3 - way lever switch to select different pickup combinations for various sounds. You can also try the coil split feature for a thinner, single - coil tone. When it comes to tuning, the Schaller M6 - IND locking tuning machines make it easy to keep your guitar in tune. For playing, the smooth maple fingerboard and well - placed frets allow for comfortable chord changes and solos. As for maintenance, keep the guitar in a case when not in use to protect it from dust and damage. Wipe the strings with a clean cloth after each use to prevent corrosion. Every few months, you can use a guitar polish to clean the body and keep the high - gloss finish looking great. Also, check the tuning machines and bridge regularly to make sure they are tight and working properly.
