EVH Frankenstein Series Relic Electric Guitar, Red

There are few guitars as famous as Eddie Van Halen's beloved 6 - string '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 worn - in relic finish. This solid - body electric guitar is crafted from a solid piece of basswood. It roars powerfully and has rock - solid mids that can easily cut through a wild rhythm section. A direct - mount Wolfgang humbucker captures Eddie's classic tone, especially when used with a high - gain amp. Featuring a slender 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 access Drop D tuning. The EVH Frankenstein Series models exude a classic Van Halen vibe, offering killer 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 this EVH Frankenstein Series guitar is a breeze. First, tune it up using the EVH - branded Gotoh tuning machines. The D - Tuna on the Floyd Rose bridge lets you quickly switch to Drop D tuning. When you plug it into an amp, use the Wolfgang humbucker to get that classic Eddie Van Halen tone, especially with a high - gain setting. As for care, keep it in the included EVH Wolfgang Stripe Series gig bag when not in use to protect it from dust and scratches. Wipe the body with a soft, dry cloth regularly to maintain the lacquer finish. The nickel - plated steel strings will eventually wear out, so change them when you notice a loss of tone or playability. Also, be gentle with the tremolo bar to avoid any damage. Enjoy rocking out with your new guitar!