The Wolfgang® WG Standard offers the iconic style and powerful sound crafted by Eddie Van Halen, all at an affordable price for everyday musicians. This guitar shares many great features with its pricier counterparts. It has a basswood body with a special 'comfort cut' forearm contour, making it super easy to play. The bolt - on baked maple neck, reinforced with graphite rods, resists temperature and humidity changes. A handy spoke wheel at the neck base allows for quick truss rod adjustments. For comfort and speed, it has an oiled neck back, 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, transfer vibrations well, providing long - lasting sustain. The black knurled tone and volume control knobs are set to Van Halen's exact specs, and the smooth 500k pots let you find a unique sound while keeping the pickups' crisp high - end sparkle. The EVH - branded Floyd Rose® Special bridge and R2 locking nut keep the guitar in tune even during wild whammy moves. Specifications include a Wolfgang® body shape, poplar body material, gloss polyurethane body finish, Wolfgang® backshape neck profile, baked maple fretboard, 12' - 16' compound radius fretboard, 25.5' scale length, 22 jumbo frets, black dot inlays, direct - mount EVH® Wolfgang® humbucking pickups, EVH® - branded Floyd Rose® Special locking tremolo, nickel - plated steel strings, EVH® - branded tuning machines, black hardware finish, and comes with a tremolo arm, hex keys, and a user manual.
Using your EVH Wolfgang WG Standard Electric Guitar is a breeze. First, make sure the guitar is in tune. You can use the EVH - branded tuning machines to adjust the string tension. The spoke wheel at the base of the neck is there for truss rod adjustments, but you don't need to mess with it too often. Just turn it a little if you notice the neck is bowed. When you're playing, the 'comfort cut' forearm contour on the basswood body will make it comfortable to hold for long periods. The oiled finish on the back of the neck feels great under your hand. The black knurled tone and volume control knobs are easy to turn. Experiment with them to find your perfect sound. The EVH - branded Floyd Rose® Special bridge and R2 locking nut keep the guitar in tune even when you use the tremolo arm, so have fun with those wild whammy moves. As for maintenance, keep your guitar in a dry place. Wipe it down with a soft cloth after each use to remove sweat and dirt. Check the strings regularly. If they start to sound dull or look worn, it's time to replace them. And don't forget to oil the neck occasionally to keep it in good condition. The included hex keys can be used for any minor adjustments you might need to make.
