User manual GODIN GUITARS FREEWAY SA

[. . . ] The Freeway's humbucker-single-humbucker pickup configuration makes the most of the guitar's responsiveness producing a broad spectrum of tones, including; big humbucker crunch, wailing Blues, and clean chime-like sounds--to name a few. The SA (synth access) takes the Freeway into the realm of synth/computer access. This is made possible via a built-in 13-pin connector courtesy of Robert Godin Congratulations and thank you for choosing a Godin guitar. Each Godin guitar is meticulously crafted from the finest materials to provide you with an instrument worthy of a lifetime of music making. [. . . ] *Note: the 13-pin cable is provided with the Roland GR synth or interface. Onboard Controls for the 13-pin Connection There are three controls on the guitar that pertain to the 13-pin connection. The synth-volume knob controls the volume of the synth. The momentary switch doubles the functions of the S1 and S2 buttons on Roland's GK pickup. The momentary switch is primarily used for changing programs on the synth. The third control is a 3-way toggle switch that selects between: just synth, synth & guitar and just guitar. Note: the 3way toggle applies to the signals carried by the 13-pin connector, but will not affect the guitar signal when the guitar is plugged directly from the regular guitar output jack. When used on its own, the 13-pin connector carries the guitar signal as well as the hexaphonic signal. When used this way the guitar sound comes out--blended with the synth sound--from the stereo outputs in the GR device. Tip: Many guitar players prefer to run their guitar sound directly into an amp or effects device. You can remove the guitar signal from the stereo output of the GR-Synth by running a guitar cord from the Guitar Out jack in GR directly to your guitar amp. If you prefer to plug in to your amp directly from the guitar, you can eliminate the guitar signal from the stereo output of the GR by inserting a spare cord--or dummy jack--into the Guitar Out jack in the back of the Roland device. Care and Maintenance The Freeway neck is reinforced by a double-action truss rod system, the truss rod provides for easy adjustment when the neck reacts to changes in relative humidity. Truss rod adjustments should only be made by a qualified guitar technician. To avoid drying out your fingerboard apply lemon oil on a soft cloth and then to your fingerboard. Allow the ebony to soak in the oil for a few minutes before removing the excess. This should be done with the strings removed and at least once every year. The easiest way to keep your guitar clean is by simply using a polishing cloth without using any polishes at all. However if you are going to use a polish please use a non-abrasive non-wax based polish. Do not spray it directly on to the guitar. After you have polished the area you are working on turn the cloth over to a 'dry' side and remove any excess residue. Too much dryness or moisture in the air can have a negative affect on your guitar. [. . . ] The following are not covered by the Godin warranty: Any instrument upon which the Serial number has been altered in any way. Any instrument that has been damaged due to misuse, neglect, or accident. Normal wear and tear including machine heads, worn frets, saddles and nuts. Any instrument that has been subjected to extreme changes in temperature or humidity. [. . . ]