The Wolfgang® WG Standard Exotic electric guitar offers the iconic style and powerful sound that Eddie Van Halen is famous for. It comes with brand - new exotic wood options, perfect for players with refined taste. The basswood body has a special 'comfort cut' forearm contour, making it extremely easy to play. The masked - off natural body binding and unique poplar burl top add to its charm. The one - piece bolt - on baked maple neck, reinforced with graphite rods, resists temperature and humidity changes. A spoke wheel at the neck base allows for quick truss rod adjustments. This guitar features an oiled neck back finish and a 12” - 16” compound radius baked maple fingerboard with rolled edges, 22 jumbo frets, and black dot inlays, ensuring comfortable playability and speed. The dual EVH® Wolfgang humbucking pickups, directly mounted to the body, provide long - lasting sustain. Two domed control knobs, set to Van Halen’s specifications, let you find a unique sound while keeping the bright high - end sparkle. The EVH - branded Floyd Rose® Special bridge and R2 locking nut keep the guitar in tune even during extreme whammy use. Specifications: Body Material: Poplar Burl & Basswood; Body Finish: Gloss Urethane; Fretboard Material: Baked Maple; Fretboard Radius: 12' - 16' Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm); Scale Length: 25.5' (648 mm); No. of Frets: 22; Fretboard Inlays: Black Dot; Pickups: Direct Mount EVH® Wolfgang® Humbucking; Bridge: EVH® - Branded Floyd Rose® Special Locking Tremolo; Pickguard: None; Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009 -.042 Gauges); Tuning Machines: EVH® - Branded; Hardware Finish: Black Chrome.
Using your EVH Wolfgang Standard Exotic Electric Guitar is a breeze. To start, tune it up using the EVH - branded tuning machines. The spoke wheel at the base of the neck can be used to adjust the truss rod if you notice any issues with the neck curvature. When playing, the comfortable forearm contour on the basswood body and the oiled neck back finish will make your hands feel right at home. Use the two domed control knobs to dial in your desired sound. Remember, the guitar's pickups are designed to give you a long - lasting sustain, so experiment with different playing techniques to make the most of it. For maintenance, keep your guitar in a stable environment to avoid temperature and humidity changes that could affect the neck and body. Clean the strings regularly with a soft cloth to keep them in good condition. When not in use, store it in a guitar case to protect it from dust and scratches. Also, make sure to check the tuning and the locking mechanisms of the bridge and nut before each use to ensure the guitar stays in tune.
