EVH Striped Series

[59Bassman]

Well, I suppose this IS a MIM signature/tribute guitar. Not like I'd be chewing up a '64 custom color strat...

 

[AndyK]

I WILL own a white one! Looks like a fun combo of EVH features (truss rod wheel, single pickup and "tone" knob), with better Fender/Charvel ergonomics (Strat body and headstock, wide nut, compound radius)!! And, I am sure the Mexican factory is making nice guitars. If it was made in Japan, I wouldn't want one, but I have an original 80's Floyd waiting to go into one of these!!

 

[yankeebulldog]

And, I am sure the Mexican factory is making nice guitars. If it was made in Japan, I wouldn't want one, but I have an original 80's Floyd waiting to go into one of these!!

Just curious about this. Is the QC of the modern MIJ EVHs, Charvels and Fenders not up to par? I haven't played one in years but in the 90s the MIJ Fenders were much better than the MIM versions. The hardware and electronics on these is pretty good for that price point so as long as the fit and finish is okay I'd wouldn't hesitate. I'd expect the new Pro Mods to be of similar quality.

 

[59Bassman]

My MIJ So Cal was very well executed. The fact that these are MIM is the only negative for me, but I've had some less-than-stellar experiences in the past with MIM Fenders. Admittedly, this was a number of years ago and their QC has probably improved.

I'm most curious about the neck, and how close it will be to my Charvel. The MIJ Charvel necks I've played have been outstanding.

 

[Chubtone]

The MIM stuff has gotten very good in recent years. Heck, even the Chinese stuff like the Classic Vibes have gotten surprisingly good. I say that as a made in USA snob too. I don't want that stuff to be great. I want the USA stuff to always be way better, but they keep closing the gap. I would say the MIM stuff is about as good as the MIJ stuff that was sold at this same price point.

 

[AndyK]

I figure as long as the frets are dressed properly, the electronics and hardware can easily be replaced with better stuff.

 

[CP5150]

First, I'm pretty sure the EVH Floyd is an original Floyd, with the EVH logo and one change, the springy metal thing that pushes the string lock bolts up has one finger removed. The low E to make the D-tuner slide easier. That's it. I've got an original Floyd and compared to my two EVH/Fender guitars, it's identical. So there's no need to replace it.

And B. I have an EVH Striped Series. Actually the one pictured above. The neck absolutely is the EVH Wolfgang shape. It feels great! Fret work and setup are excellent. No sharp fret edges. No high spots. Pickup. I like the Wolfgang pickup, so I'm biased. It has the growl of the new Wolfgangs. I think it's actually a bit louder than my EVH USA Stealth. I think it's the guitar. It's louder acoustically. My only complaint, which I expected, is the low end is a bit muddy. That's basswood though.

Fit and finish are flawless! I had issues with my Stealth when I got it. Long story, but I was not happy with the EVH quality control. But I can't find a thing to complain about with this guitar!

 

[AndyK]

First, I'm pretty sure the EVH Floyd is an original Floyd, with the EVH logo and one change, the springy metal thing that pushes the string lock bolts up has one finger removed. The low E to make the D-tuner slide easier. That's it. I've got an original Floyd and compared to my two EVH/Fender guitars, it's identical. So there's no need to replace it.

And B. I have an EVH Striped Series. Actually the one pictured above. The neck absolutely is the EVH Wolfgang shape. It feels great! Fret work and setup are excellent. No sharp fret edges. No high spots. Pickup. I like the Wolfgang pickup, so I'm biased. It has the growl of the new Wolfgangs. I think it's actually a bit louder than my EVH USA Stealth. I think it's the guitar. It's louder acoustically. My only complaint, which I expected, is the low end is a bit muddy. That's basswood though.

Fit and finish are flawless! I had issues with my Stealth when I got it. Long story, but I was not happy with the EVH quality control. But I can't find a thing to complain about with this guitar!

Cool! An actual owner!
So, are the frets jumbo, or not?
And the Floyd, although "EVH" branded, is still probably Korean made - how's the block?
Does it have the EVH volume knob?

I'd love to see what's under the pickguard - looks like the pickup is direct body mounted, so are the electronics on the pickguard, or is it rear-loaded, and the pick guard is a decoration?

 

[CP5150]

First, I'm pretty sure the EVH Floyd is an original Floyd, with the EVH logo and one change, the springy metal thing that pushes the string lock bolts up has one finger removed. The low E to make the D-tuner slide easier. That's it. I've got an original Floyd and compared to my two EVH/Fender guitars, it's identical. So there's no need to replace it.

And B. I have an EVH Striped Series. Actually the one pictured above. The neck absolutely is the EVH Wolfgang shape. It feels great! Fret work and setup are excellent. No sharp fret edges. No high spots. Pickup. I like the Wolfgang pickup, so I'm biased. It has the growl of the new Wolfgangs. I think it's actually a bit louder than my EVH USA Stealth. I think it's the guitar. It's louder acoustically. My only complaint, which I expected, is the low end is a bit muddy. That's basswood though.

Fit and finish are flawless! I had issues with my Stealth when I got it. Long story, but I was not happy with the EVH quality control. But I can't find a thing to complain about with this guitar!

Cool! An actual owner!
So, are the frets jumbo, or not?
And the Floyd, although "EVH" branded, is still probably Korean made - how's the block?
Does it have the EVH volume knob?

I'd love to see what's under the pickguard - looks like the pickup is direct body mounted, so are the electronics on the pickguard, or is it rear-loaded, and the pick guard is a decoration?

I plan on taking it apart soon. I have the same questions. Frets are bigger than the USA Wolf. Idk about "Jumbo" as advertised. They are big. Volume knob feels different to me. It's definately low friction. I assume the pick has the electronics as there's no rear panel. I'll pull it apart eventually.

 

[AndyK]

As long as the frets are bigger than the Wolf's, I'm happy!

Can you tell if the body is multi-piece? And, is the neck C shaped, or more D ?

 

[CP5150]

I stand corrected. The USA Stealth I have has one little spring claw missing under the low E string lock bolt. I've heard others say the same. This EVH Striped Series has the entire piece. It looks identical to my original Floyd Rose. Feels the same to me too. And yes, the "Wolfgang" pickup in it is hotter than my USA Stealth. Maybe my Stealth needs a look at. The toggle switch cuts out. Maybe it's killing a bit of output too. Doubt it but maybe. Really a big fan of this Stripe Series! Mine rocks!

 

[BYTOR]

I stand corrected. The USA Stealth I have has one little spring claw missing under the low E string lock bolt. I've heard others say the same. This EVH Striped Series has the entire piece. It looks identical to my original Floyd Rose. Feels the same to me too. And yes, the "Wolfgang" pickup in it is hotter than my USA Stealth. Maybe my Stealth needs a look at. The toggle switch cuts out. Maybe it's killing a bit of output too. Doubt it but maybe. Really a big fan of this Stripe Series! Mine rocks!

Good to hear, but not surprised. Eddie has never put his name on shit gear.

 

[AndyK]

I stand corrected. The USA Stealth I have has one little spring claw missing under the low E string lock bolt. I've heard others say the same. This EVH Striped Series has the entire piece. It looks identical to my original Floyd Rose. Feels the same to me too. And yes, the "Wolfgang" pickup in it is hotter than my USA Stealth. Maybe my Stealth needs a look at. The toggle switch cuts out. Maybe it's killing a bit of output too. Doubt it but maybe. Really a big fan of this Stripe Series! Mine rocks!

Good to hear, but not surprised. Eddie has never put his name on shit gear.

True, I can see EVH taking a tour of the Mexican plant, making sure everything is up to par. He's nutty, but he does care about what carries the EVH logo.

 

[yankeebulldog]

I stand corrected. The USA Stealth I have has one little spring claw missing under the low E string lock bolt. I've heard others say the same. This EVH Striped Series has the entire piece. It looks identical to my original Floyd Rose. Feels the same to me too. And yes, the "Wolfgang" pickup in it is hotter than my USA Stealth. Maybe my Stealth needs a look at. The toggle switch cuts out. Maybe it's killing a bit of output too. Doubt it but maybe. Really a big fan of this Stripe Series! Mine rocks!

Good to hear, but not surprised. Eddie has never put his name on shit gear.

True, I can see EVH taking a tour of the Mexican plant, making sure everything is up to par. He's nutty, but he does care about what carries the EVH logo.

Mexican Plant? I thought he was making these in the back room of the Cabo Cantina?

 

[AndyK]

Mexican Plant? I thought he was making these in the back room of the Cabo Cantina?

Ha, no that's where Sammy builds his Red Rocker guitars!

 

[gbsmusic]

It looks like a great deal! Neck looks to be quartersawn. I'll be getting a Bumblebee

 

[AndyK]

This was posted by a new EVH Bumblebee owner - check out the cool details. To me, it looks like these guitars are like Peavey USA Wolf Specials, with nicer bodies, bigger frets, and stripes!

http://document5.com/evh.html

 

[guitup too]

I'm curious to hear from a owner how the setup was out of the box. Was the Floyd setup parallel with the body? Is it set up for dive only?

 

[Chubtone]

I'm curious to hear from a owner how the setup was out of the box. Was the Floyd setup parallel with the body? Is it set up for dive only?

Dive only. Floyd resting against the top of the body.

 

[Stramm8]

This was posted by a new EVH Bumblebee owner - check out the cool details. To me, it looks like these guitars are like Peavey USA Wolf Specials, with nicer bodies, bigger frets, and stripes!

http://document5.com/evh.html

That looks really nice, especially the frets. I don't see a "made in germany" stamp on that floyd though so I'm guessing it's Korean. But at that price who cares.