The Wolfgang® WG Standard brings you the iconic style and powerful sound crafted by Eddie Van Halen, all at an affordable price for everyday musicians. This guitar offers many top - notch features similar to its pricier counterparts. It has a basswood body with a special 'comfort cut' forearm contour, making it incredibly easy to play. The bolt - on baked maple neck, reinforced with graphite rods, resists the effects of temperature and humidity. A conveniently placed spoke wheel at the neck base allows for quick and hassle - free truss rod adjustments. For comfortable playability and speed, it features an oiled neck back and a 12” - 16” compound radius baked maple fingerboard with rolled edges, 22 jumbo frets, and black dot inlays. The dual EVH® Wolfgang humbucking pickups, directly mounted to the body, enhance vibration transfer, providing long - lasting sustain. The black knurled tone and volume control knobs are tuned to Van Halen's exact standards. The smooth 500k pots let you easily find a unique sound while keeping the bright high - end sparkle of the Wolfgang pickups. The EVH - branded Floyd Rose® Special bridge and R2 locking nut keep the guitar in tune even during extreme whammy use. Specifications: Body Shape - Wolfgang®; Body Material - Basswood; Body Finish - Gloss Urethane; Neck Profile - Wolfgang® Backshape; Fretboard Material - Baked 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 - Direct Mount EVH® Wolfgang® Humbucking (Bridge), Direct Mount EVH® Wolfgang® Humbucking (Neck); Bridge - EVH® - Branded Floyd Rose® Special Locking Tremolo; Strings - Nickel Plated Steel (.009 - .042 Gauges); Tuning Machines - EVH® - Branded; Hardware Finish - Black; Included Accessories - Tremolo Arm, Hex Keys & User Manual.
Using your EVH Wolfgang WG Standard Electric Guitar is a breeze. First, plug it into your amplifier and turn on the power. Adjust the volume and tone knobs to get the sound you like. The smooth 500k pots make it easy to find your unique sound. When using the whammy bar, the EVH - branded Floyd Rose® Special bridge and R2 locking nut will keep your guitar in tune. Just pull or push gently to create different effects. For truss rod adjustments, use the spoke wheel at the base of the neck. You can make small changes to keep the neck in the best shape. When it comes to maintenance, keep your guitar in a case when not in use to protect it from dust and damage. Wipe the strings with a soft cloth after each use to prevent corrosion. Also, check the tuning machines regularly to make sure they are working properly. And don't forget to use the included tremolo arm and hex keys for any necessary adjustments. Follow these tips, and your guitar will serve you well for a long time.
