O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L AGP-2 ONBOARD ACOUSTIC GUITAR PREAMP ABGP ONBOARD ACOUSTIC BASS GUITAR PREAMP
AGP-2 / ABGP Thank you for your purchase of a FISHMAN product. Please read these instructions carefully. If you have any questions or problems, contact our PRODUCT INFORMATION LINE at 978-988-9665. The Fishman AGP-2 and ABGP preamps are specifically designed for use with piezoelectric pickups. Since piezoelectric pickups require specific electrical environments, the AGP-2 / ABGP feature discrete input stages that maximize the full potential of the pickup.
ONBOARD ACOUSTIC GUITAR PREAMP WARNING INSTALLATION BY A QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL REPAIRMAN IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO YOUR INSTRUMENT DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION. 2. TEMPLATE A drilling template is provided for drilling the control shaft holes. Cut out the template outline. Check that it fits between the upper and lower linings when held inside the guitar at the chosen location. Tape the template at the location on the outside of the guitar.
AGP-2 / ABGP holes from the inside of the guitar. Next, measure the length of the threaded bushing that protrudes out from the side of the instrument. From this measurement, subtract the thickness of the outside hardware (hex nut and finish washer). 5. WIRING THE TRANSDUCER FIG. 2 Remove the cover from the AGP-2 Preamp. Locate the terminal block with two sections to be used to connect the transducer leads (see Figure 2).
ONBOARD ACOUSTIC GUITAR PREAMP IMPORTANT Although the supplied battery holder should provide adequate capacity to grip the battery at all times, we strongly recommend removal of the battery when shipping or flying with your instrument. FAILURE TO REMOVE BATTERY COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR INSTRUMENT. Fishman will not be held responsible for any such damage as a result of shipping or handling. 7.
AGP-2 / ABGP 9. WIRING THE OUTPUT JACK Solder the red wire to the tip (short terminal). Solder the black wire to the ring (longer terminal). Solder the shielding to the ground tab. After soldering, bend the strain relief tabs around the grey jacket.
ONBOARD ACOUSTIC GUITAR PREAMP 11. KNOB ALIGNMENT The stacked knob set controls treble boost & cut (small knob) and bass boost & cut (large knob). Both knobs have a center-detent to indicate flat position. Place the bass (large outer ring) knob onto the stacked shaft so that the two inner protrusions slide into the corresponding slots on the outer shaft. Now place the smaller treble knob onto the inner shaft. The white position markers should align with each other in the center detent position.
LIMITED WARRANTY The FISHMAN AGP-2 ACOUSTIC GUITAR PREAMP is warranted to function for a period of One (1) Year from the date of purchase. If the unit fails to function properly within the warranty period, free repair and the option of replacement or refund in the event that FISHMAN is unable to make repair are FISHMAN’s only obligations. This warranty does not cover any consequential damages or damage to the unit due to misuse, accident, or neglect.
