Ernie Ball EVH vs Ernie Ball Axis

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Aside from the location of the pickup switch, does anyone know any major differences between these two models? I'm really gassing for one of these, but the price difference is really big and dont know which model I should get.
 
They actually improved it after Eddie left imo. (cut out on the back of the body, switch location) :yes:
 
and the neck is slightly different. go for the axis.
 
1. Neck was widened a hair at the heel.

2. Back got a belly cut.

3. Pickups went from 2-conductor to 4.

4. Pickup switched moved to behind the volume knob.

5. Finish went from hand-rubbed stain under clear to a sprayed color coat under clear.

Those are the changes that I'm aware of after owning both. None of the above is a dealbreaker, nor are any "major" changes IMO. Forget whether it's an EVH or an Axis and judge each guitar on its own merits. Both are great guitars.
 
A friend of mine had an EVH and an early Axis, we both liked the Axis better. IMHO there´s no need to pony up the extra cash other than (I suppose) the collectibility.
 
I wish I could get a Trans Pink. I have the funds, but they are extremely difficult to locate.
 
I just picked up an Axis two days ago. It's a flat out awesome guitar. I highly recommend it.
 
Que Paso Hermano!!! Ive owned both and there was not much of a difference though for some reason, the Axis felt ever so slightly more comfortable all around

In the end, I just didnt get along with the guitars. For some odd reason, I loved playing rhythm on them but playing lead wasnt comfortable at all. I should also mention that every axis that I have ever played were some of the consistently best sounding guitars... really harmonically rich and chunky...

Kage
 
EVH. If you hunt (psssst GC used site, CL) and are patient, you can find an EVH for a little more than a used Axis. If you're comparing new axis price vs. used EVH price, there is no question - EVH. The EVH is a guitar that you can buy and if you decide to sell it you can easily break even or make a tidy profit. The axis; not so much. If they made a version of the axis without the goofy looking "AXIS" label on the headstock, then maybe...The playability and sound between the two is pretty much the same and since that's the case, I'm always going to lean toward better resale. Plus the EVH is the original and by default is cooler :D Just my $.02.
 
Hey buddy! Como estas hermano? I will probably go to New York with the wife in May. if we get to do that I will let you know so I can buy you a beer. I just bought a Tom Anderson Drop Top Classic and have a Suhr Standard on order. I will buy one last guitar this year, so Im thinking about getting an Ernie Ball Axis/EVH. We'll see!

Gainzilla":n3ir88la said:
Que Paso Hermano!!! Ive owned both and there was not much of a difference though for some reason, the Axis felt ever so slightly more comfortable all around

In the end, I just didnt get along with the guitars. For some odd reason, I loved playing rhythm on them but playing lead wasnt comfortable at all. I should also mention that every axis that I have ever played were some of the consistently best sounding guitars... really harmonically rich and chunky...

Kage
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Not too much difference, but I have to say the Axis is the only EBMM I find that isn't consistent from one guitar to another. I had to play a bunch to find the right one. It seems the necks feel quite different, and some of them are body heavy like crazy where others are feather light. On the other hand, all their other models have been consistent in feel...especially the Luke and Petrucci. Just some food for thought.
 
I currently one a first year Axis and have played the hell out of it... great guitar! I had a last year EVH back in 1997 and had to sell it to make some money. When the Axis came out I just happened to walk into a music store in Wichita, KS and thought I saw an EVH but it was an Axis... long story short I slapped that puppy on my credit card and have not regretted it one bit! The differences really are not that much but to my liking I actually prefer the Axis. The funny this is that I've tried out a few of the newer Axis' made within the past 5 years or so and they just don't have the same feeling or vibe as my fisrt year model; maybe mine has a bit of magical mojo or something!
 
I have owned many of both models and kept 1 EVH only because I got an extremely good deal on it.

Ratter is correct on the differences, for the price I would look for a used Axis. I think they hold value pretty well if can get one in great shape the resale is not bad. They seem to stay in the $1000 - $1500 range depending on the condition.

They are one of the best guitars I have played and highly recommended.

Good luck with your search,
Clark
 
Make sure you don't buy the current production Axis. Pile of crap. The "old" Axis with quality wood is now sold as 'BFR' but with a "Mahagony tone block" (Wtf? Is a Mahagony tone block in a basswood body maple top guitar? :loco: )
Try to find an early 2000-ish.
 
aftec":39cl4fr7 said:
Make sure you don't buy the current production Axis. Pile of crap. The "old" Axis with quality wood is now sold as 'BFR' but with a "Mahagony tone block" (Wtf? Is a Mahagony tone block in a basswood body maple top guitar? :loco: )
Try to find an early 2000-ish.
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So you're saying the "newer" Axis' have cheaper wood than the "older" models?

This is the first time I'm hearing this. :confused:
 
aftec":2vk5w0h8 said:
Make sure you don't buy the current production Axis. Pile of crap. The "old" Axis with quality wood is now sold as 'BFR' but with a "Mahagony tone block" (Wtf? Is a Mahagony tone block in a basswood body maple top guitar? :loco: ) Try to find an early 2000-ish.
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First I've heard of current ones being piles of crap as well. I have six of them, both old and new, and the newest is just as kick ass as the oldest. If anything, they are the most consistent guitars I've ever encountered.
 
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