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It can be peeled off by lifting one edge with a razor blade and pulling the dry film up and off.We always have a selection of second hand electric guitars in stock, you can keep track of what is new by using the stock filter on the left and book-marking this page. Quantities are invariably limited and is always exciting to see what electric guitars come into stock each day. If you think you might want to change the decoration sometime in the future, then you can leave it unsealed. Step 8 is optional, but if you want the decal to be permanent, you’ll need to put sealer over it. More aggressive products like Nitro or polyurethane can react with the ink if they melt thru the decals protective coat, to avoid this light spray (myst coats) the first 4 coats and make sure the first coat is fully dry before you apply the next. It has two single coil pickups with two, 3 way slide selectors. The only thing making it a Duo-Sonic is the name on the headstock: Either way, it is a heck of a little blues guitar but versatile as well. Metallic decals (Gold or Silver) are more sensitive to chemicals, water based lacquer is recommended. It has all the features of the Duo-Sonic II such as the 24' scale length, thick tortoise shell guard and the metal plate under the jack and knobs. You must apply several 'dust coats' first and let them dry otherwise you are at risk of the decal melting. It uses a fairly thin double cutaway, offset waist Alder body. The Duo-Sonic II was available in 22.5 inch and 24 inch scale lengths. When the decal is smooth, set it aside to dry thoroughly, for at least 3 hours or more.Ĩ. After the decal is fully dry you can apply a top coat of clear varnish to seal it permanently. Fender introduced the Duo-Sonic in 1956 as a short scale, budget guitar, and with the company’s sale to CBS in 1965, a longer scale version named the Duo-Sonic II appeared. Look at the reflection of light on the decal to help you spot the bubbles.ħ. Use a paper towel to gently dab off the excess moisture and work any wrinkles and bubbles out of the decal. You should be able to slide it a little to centre it properly.Ħ. Remove the decal from the backing and place it carefully onto the instrument. Fender Duo Sonic 1959 Black Maple Neck Gold Anodized Pickguard. Vintage 1964 Fender Duo Sonic - Daphne Blue w/ Original Two Tone Brown Case. When you are ready to apply the decal, plunge it into the warm water and hold it under the surface for 30-60 seconds, until you can begin to slide the thin film off the backing paper.ĥ. Fender Duo-Sonic II 1964 - 1969 daphne blue 1966. Use masking tape to mark the positions so you can easily place the wet decal(s) properly without guessing.Ĥ. The Duo-Sonic II also gained the option of a somewhat longer 24-inch scale length, although 22.5-inch versions remained available for a few years. If you are installing two decals on the same instrument, use a ruler to make sure they are positioned symmetrically.

Once the decal is cut out, plan your placement of it on the instrument. Cut the decal roughly 1 to 2 mm around the edge of the image, the edge will be transparent once you slide it off the backing paper.ģ. Gather these materials before you start:Ģ. You may also apply the decals to a fully finished instrument (no need for sanding if the surface is clean and smooth).ġ. Waterslide decals may not adhere properly on satin finish.įor best results apply the decal over bright shiny surfaces. Prepare your wood surface by applying at least one coat of hard finish, such as varnish or lacquer. Fender starcaster: user guide (11 pages) Guitar Fender Eric Clapton Stratocaster User Manual. Master series (16 pages) Guitar Fender Starcaster Owners Manual. Please confirm size before completing the purchase (rulers on top and on the bottom of the decal image). Fender david gilmour signature stratocaster: product brochure (16 pages) Guitar FENDER D AQUISTO Manual.

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