EVH has unveiled three fresh takes on its popular Frankenstein Relic guitar, ditching the iconic stripes for a trio of striking new colourways.
EVH expands the Frankenstein range
The original Frankenstein may be synonymous with Eddie Van Halen’s signature stripes.
Still, EVH has been expanding the model’s reach with a series of “civilian” versions that maintain the core sound and feel while offering a more versatile aesthetic. The latest additions to the lineup – Vintage Sunburst, Blueburst, and Silverburst – push this concept even further.
Wolfgang
These new models retain the core specifications of the Frankenstein Relic, including the basswood body with a worn-in relic finish, maple neck, and high-output Wolfgang bridge humbucker. EVH claims the guitar “nails Eddie’s classic tone,” a testament to its ability to capture the essence of the original.
Floyd Rose
While the neck pickup is purely cosmetic, as on the original Frankenstein, players can wire it in for additional tonal options. The guitar also features a Floyd Rose tremolo with a brass block, ensuring rock-solid stability and divebombing capabilities.
Key Features
- Basswood body with worn-in relic finish
- Maple neck with compound radius and jumbo frets
- High-output Wolfgang bridge humbucker
- Floyd Rose tremolo with brass block
- Vintage Sunburst, Blueburst, and Silverburst finish options
Limited Run
These new Limited Run models offer a fresh perspective on an iconic instrument, appealing to players who appreciate the guitar’s classic tone and performance but desire a unique visual appearance.
They join the standard White, Red, and Black models for a limited time.
- EVH LTD Frankenstein Relic Vintage Sunburst
- EVH Frankenstein Relic Maple White
- EVH Frankenstein Relic Maple Red
- EVH Frankenstein Relic Maple Black
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