Essential Information About the EVH Striped Series Frankenstein "Frankie" Guitar (Maple Fretboard)
- Absolute Icon: "red/white/black" relic look inspired by Eddie Van Halen's Frankenstrat, alder-style Strat body for an ideal stage/studio balance.
- Speed and Comfort: quarter-sawn maple neck reinforced with graphite, modified "C" profile, maple fretboard with 12"?16" (305?406 mm) compound radius and 22 jumbo frets.
- Exemplary Tuning Stability: Floyd Rose EVH double-locking tremolo + 43 mm / 1.69" R3 nut, D-Tuna for instant Drop D tuning.
- Minimalist and Powerful Electronics: EVH Wolfgang bridge humbucker (Alnico 2, direct mount), dummy neck pickup and fake 5-way selector like the original, single "Tone" volume control.
From the Legend of the Frankenstrat to Today's Stage
Designed as an accessible version of rock?s most recognizable instrument, the "Frankie" embraces the aesthetic and functional codes of Eddie Van Halen?s homemade guitar. Its cosmetic aging, black pickguard, and EVH neck plate mark a characterful piece built for modern playing without sacrificing the original spirit.
Who Is It For and Which Styles?
Ideal for intermediate to expert guitarists in rock, hard rock, and shred. The Floyd Rose allows dive-bombs and extreme vibratos, while the D-Tuna enables instant Drop D shifts for heavy riffs. A motivated beginner will also find a great learning platform for floating vibrato techniques.
Sound
The alder/maple combination delivers a bright attack, precise highs, and a tight low end. The EVH Wolfgang humbucker (Alnico 2) direct mount provides generous output, biting mids, and singing harmonics. The Floyd Rose EVH with brass block adds projection and sustain, while the single volume wiring preserves immediacy and clarity?perfect for tight palm-muting, tapping, and singing leads.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain tuning stability with the Floyd Rose and D-Tuna, choose a set of nickel-plated steel strings "09?42" (0.009?0.042). A hard case or Stratocaster-style gig bag will effectively protect the body and 6-in-line headstock. Add a sturdy strap and, if needed, secure strap locks compatible with standard buttons.
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Technical Specifications
Body
- Type and shape: Stratocaster style, EVH "red/white/black" relic look.
- Wood: alder for frequency/weight balance.
- Pickguard: custom EVH black.
- Hardware: aged nickel/chrome finish.
Neck
- Construction: quarter-sawn maple bolt-on neck with graphite reinforcement.
- Profile: modified "C" (approx. 0.790" at 3rd fret / 0.825" at 12th fret).
- Fretboard: maple, 12"?16" (305?406 mm) compound radius.
- Frets: 22 jumbo.
- Scale length: 25.5" / 648 mm.
- Nut: Floyd Rose R3 locking, 43 mm / 1.69".
- Finish: oiled back for fast playing.
Electronics
- Pickups: 1 x EVH Wolfgang bridge humbucker (Alnico 2, direct mount); dummy neck pickup.
- Selector: fake 5-position blade in middle position (faithful to original aesthetics).
- Controls: single volume with white skirted Strat-style knob labeled "Tone".
Miscellaneous
- Bridge: Floyd Rose EVH double-locking, steel saddles and brass block.
- D-Tuna EVH: instant E/ D (Drop D) switch.
- Output jack: Strat-style top-mounted jack plate.
- Orientation: right-handed; standard strap buttons; EVH neck plate.
- Quick glossary: "scale length" = vibrating string length; "radius" = fretboard curvature; "nut" = string guide at headstock; "direct mount" = pickup screwed directly into wood for more attack; "double-locking" = locking at nut and bridge.
- Note: the supplier data below describes an SSS Strat-type configuration and does not correspond to the EVH Frankie setup; it is retained here for transparency.
Supplier Data to Validate (SSS Strat-Type Configuration)
- Body: alder; Stratocaster shape; glossy polyester finish; 3-ply "parchment" pickguard; nickel/chrome hardware; aged white plastic knobs.
- Neck: maple (material and type), satin urethane back/ glossy front finish; modern deep "C" profile; maple fretboard with black dot inlays; 22 Medium Jumbo frets; modern 9.5" / 241 mm radius; 1.650" / 42 mm nut width; synthetic bone nut; standard truss rod with 3/16" (Allen) nut; 25.5" / 648 mm scale length.
- Electronics: SSS configuration; Player Series Alnico 5 Strat pickups (neck/middle/bridge); 5-position selector (1 bridge, 2 bridge+middle, 3 middle, 4 middle+neck, 5 neck); controls: master volume, tone 1 (neck/middle), tone 2 (bridge).
- Miscellaneous: 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge with curved steel saddles; standard sealed tuners; Fender USA 250L strings 0.009?0.042; right-handed; "3 single-coil pickups" style.
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