Guitar Fret Press System With Modular Guitar Stand - Assembly

The system is supplied flat packed and requires a small amount of assembly.

The base features an 18mm thick treated marine ply board, equipped with locking clamps and centralising blocks. This allows the workstand to be guided and clamped centrally underneath the press, whilst the small extension table provides additional support during transitions.

The base is secured over the bottom member of the press via 8mm diameter countersunk allen screws. Adjustable feet are fitted to support the base at the outer corners. The extension table is butted against the edge of the board and radially positioned to suit.

The system is designed for pressing all fret positions on solid body guitars and can also be utilised for frets on acoustic guitars along the supported section of the neck - typically up to the 12th fret.

The overall base dimensions are 600mm diameter x 450mm wide. The rounded ends help with orientation on the bench for the best working position. The fret press can be positioned at the rear when not in use and the workstand docked outside the press for easier access.

The press caul is attached to the screw via a spring retained collar.

Before locking the press height, return the caul to its highest position on the screw then pre-wind downwards by 1-2 turns*. This will set the correct caul travel for pressing.

The protective rubber strip should be placed on the fretboard and the cross beam lowered until the caul rests on top of the rubber. Ensure the cross beam is horizontal then lock in position using the thumb screws. Unwind the screw to set the caul height* and remove the rubber. Adjust all the locking plates and tighten the fixing screws.

The system includes a robust guitar support stand. The movable extension table facilitates transferring the guitar stand between the docking position and press. Clamps for locking in position underneath the press and at the docking position are provided.