[Nicktater]

I am now two days into guitar learning. I got the Squire starter pack with G-DEC amp for a present. It came with NO paper work, instructions, or even waranty card. The wammy bar does not work, I cant tune it, and I was told that all guitars have to be set up. Any info would be great. I am sure more questions will follow with new answers.

Thanks.

[BluezOldy]

You've got to spell the guitar's name right (Squier) or you kill the mojo!

It's interesting that even people who've owned Squiers for years do the same thing.

It's worth paying the few dollars for a setup if you're inexperienced.

Did you buy it from an authorised Fender dealer? If so, go back to the shop and get them to help.

If you bought it online, then see if you can find a local luthier (guitar builder/repairer etc.).

[karcey]

Welcome to the forum.
For someone new, a whammy bar is an extra which you will need later but not now.
Each time you change the strings on your Squier, you'll notice the moveable bridge change its position. My suggestion is to get someone to screw it or block it down hard so it doesn't move. Your tuning will then be much easier. Later when you have developed more knowledge you'll need it to be off the body, and you'll probably be able to adjust it yourself by then.
In the meantime your guitar will be able to teach you notes, chords, scales and licks as well as fingering and strumming techniques, so there's plenty to do without the whammy bar.
Good luck, and keep in touch.

[Stratrat]

I agree 100% with Karcey. The whammy bar is unneeded for a beginner, and also makes tuning the guitar (and changing strings) much more difficult.

Fender has guitar setup guides on their website (in the "support" section) that can help you set your guitar up yourself - but if you're not comfortable with attempting it, take it to a shop and have a setup done.....and have them block the trem bar while you're at it. Once you get more comfortable with the guitar and get the basics down pat, you'll be more able to deal with the headaches a whammy bar brings.

[knight46]

Hello Nicktater, welcome. Great advice above...