There are few guitars as famous as Eddie Van Halen's beloved 6 - string companion, 'Frankenstein.' Eddie aimed to blend the sound of a classic single - cut solid - body guitar with the features and tremolo bar function of a Fender Stratocaster. The EVH Frankenstein 'Frankie' Series is a civilian version of Eddie Van Halen's iconic red, black, and white Frankenstrat, with a cool worn - in relic finish. This solid - body electric guitar, crafted from a solid piece of basswood, roars with power and has rock - solid mids that can easily cut through a busy rhythm section. The direct - mount Wolfgang humbucker perfectly captures Eddie's classic tone, especially when used with a high - gain amp. With a sleek quartersawn maple neck and a fast - playing compound - radius relic'd maple fingerboard, this guitar is made for shredding. The D - Tuna - equipped Floyd Rose, intentionally placed against the body, allows you to effortlessly mimic Eddie's signature trem work and quickly switch to Drop D tuning. The EVH Frankenstein Series models have a classic Van Halen feel, offering amazing tone and lightning - fast playability. Specifications: Body Shape: Stratocaster®; Body Material: Basswood; Body Finish: Lacquer; Neck Profile: EVH® Modified 'C' Backshape; Fretboard Material: Maple; Fretboard Radius: 12' - 16' Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm); Scale Length: 25.5' (64.77 cm); No. of Frets: 22 Jumbo Frets; Fretboard Inlays: Black Dot Inlays; Pickups: EVH® Wolfgang® Humbucking (Bridge); Bridge: EVH® - Branded Floyd Rose® Locking Tremolo with EVH® D - Tuna®; Pickguard: Custom EVH Frankenstein Control Guard; Strings: EVH® Nickel Plated Steel (.009 -.042 Gauges); Tuning Machines: EVH® - Branded Gotoh®; Hardware Finish: Aged Chrome; Case: EVH® Wolfgang® Stripe Series Gig Bag 0227742100.
Using your EVH Frankenstein Series Relic Black Electric Guitar is a breeze. Just plug it into your amp and start strumming. When you want to get that classic Eddie Van Halen tone, use the direct - mount Wolfgang humbucker with a high - gain amp. To do Eddie's signature trem work, use the D - Tuna - equipped Floyd Rose. And if you need to switch to Drop D tuning, it's right there for you. As for maintenance, keep your guitar in its EVH® Wolfgang® Stripe Series Gig Bag when not in use to protect it from dust and scratches. Wipe it down regularly with a soft cloth to keep the finish looking great. Check the strings often and replace them when they start to sound dull. Also, make sure the tuning machines are working properly and adjust them if needed. With these simple steps, your guitar will stay in top shape for years to come.
