EVH Wolfgang Special - The Easiest Guitar In The World To Play?! - According To Ed!

[@preston5892]

Everything before eddie van halen, was just building to eddie van halen. He wrote the blueprints for modern rock guitar & music. His skill, technique, innovation & impact is unparalleled. He was a once in a lifetime human being and i am glad i was alive when he existed, he will be studied and talked about for many years to come.

[@jimmyjames7946]

AMEN ! I couldn't agree or have worded that any better brother!! The King! RIP

[@rocknrollresignation93]

I'll admit, I hated the shape of the body on these for years until I played one...Extremely comfortable and ergonomic. King Edward knew what he was doing.

[@downshift00]

I felt the same way. Just recently got into the shape after seeing the arched top versions and bought the MIM Special. I was amazed how easy it is to play, especially the upper fret access due to the thin contoured heel and the thin 1 5/8" nut width. This won't be by last Wolfgang for sure.

[@jerodjmoore]

I agree... Ever since the beginning... Yuck... Played one a few years ago at Chuck Levin's.... And was distraught that we were down there from upstate NY on motorcycles... Comfy sitting or standing... It's great

[@TJtheINsomNiac]

Same, tbh tho I've got the 1 st gen 5150 and I like the 3 way switch better on the bottom

[@tres311]

The Ernie ball music man is the best guitar I’ve ever played…for the money, I’d snatch one of these up for sure.

[@MatteoPrezioso]

Interesting. The body's shape is exactly what caught my eye.

[@moorecreativ]

i'd put a Wolfgang up against any other makers guitar. they're incredible

[@Ghosy01]

They are ok.

[@moorecreativ]

@@zakklee2556 yea its the same shops.

[@moorecreativ]

@@zakklee2556 you're not going to get EVH parts or pickups on a Strat. these are different brands with different products that are owned by the same company

[@jimmyjames7946]

Yes sir I'm in total agreement!! You don't have to fight the guitar!!!

[@RoadkillPinata]

The USA made ones are very nice, all others are hit and miss. Essentially a Charvel SD with a different body.

[@innnews6299]

Eddie Van Halen was, is, and forever will be unparalleled in rock guitar playing, tone, sounds, music, gears and innovation. No one like EVH.

[@armp1287]

This guy knew how to design guitars RIP

[@VODECI]

I mean he created the Frankie lol

[@POLARIS2]

@@VODECI Kinda hopin' Wolfgang continues in his pop's footsteps with innovations

[@TheOnlyHollywood1]

​@@POLARIS2 I think he will. He's already a stellar musician

[@POLARIS2]

@@TheOnlyHollywood1 True story! Saw him opening up for GNR at Giants Stadium a couple of years ago!!

[@pinkiewerewolf]

That "Don't Tell Me What Love Can Do" riff made my day!

[@donaldlemieux]

I have purchased one a few years ago. It's the easiest guitar I even played on. They are so comfortable and the neck is remarkable. Nice presentation of the product Thank you

[@foggyblues13]

I've got an EVH Standard and a Special arriving any day... They're amazing guitars for the money

[@tprovo6951]

Would a standard be good for a beginner like me?

[@foggyblues13]

@@tprovo6951 The Standard is a great guitar for any level of playing. Ironically I love the way my Standard feels over the more expensive Special which of course is prettier. I have 10 electrics; some worth 5 times the price of the EVH Standard. I play my Standard and Music Man Axis the most. If you can afford the Standard, I definitely recommend it.

[@tprovo6951]

@@foggyblues13 I can afford a good guitar but love what I am hearing about the EVH I love the way the Standard exotic looks and I think that might be a good fit for me. I bought a Lava Me 3 which I love and a Spark Positive Grid 40 and man that thing is awesome all I’ll ever need.

[@foggyblues13]

@@tprovo6951 I've heard great things about those. Add a Standard Exotic, and you'll have a great rig!

[@tprovo6951]

@@foggyblues13 do you find it stays in tune well?

[@alexnismachin]

Amazing demo bro! You gave all the specs and explanations on the same video! The best wolfgang review of all KZbin.....congratulations!

[@srh361]

Absolutely love my EVH Wolfgang special, easiest playing guitar I own next to my SGs.

[@chrisgrace386]

Great video as always. Lucky enough to own an EBMM axis USA, Peavey Wolfgang Standard USA and an EVH Wolfgang Special USA. Bought an EVH standard Wolfgang last year and wow what a lovely guitar for under 500 quid. Sold it when I bought the USA version. Love everything about these guitars and can see why as they do everything so well and sound killer. Anything recorded by Ed is my favourite but particularly love the tone on the first two albums and then the 90's fat processed tone of For Unlawful and Balance. Long live the King 🤴🎸

[@jimmyjames7946]

👍👍the tone on Balance was the best I have ever heard "in my opinion"

[@briandietrich1373]

Amen!

[@1DerekMiracle]

How do you compare the neck profile from the EBMM to the EVH?

[@buzzstankos8532]

Dagan - Right on again! I got an EVH Wolfgang Standard & HOLY MOLY!!! My Gibsons, Fenders & PRS have been in cases ever since. So easy to play, GREAT pickups and sustain for days! I’ve avoided Floyd Roses for years & I love it too!

[@marcuxmonarch6858]

Wouldn’t change a thing it meets every musical need and inspiration that comes to mind. My favorite is D.O.A and Little Dreamer

[@Stashmanfpv]

Terrific! I just ordered mine in ice blue metallic and it’ll be her in 2 days along with my new Ceriatone amp, that I’ve been waiting for 5 months already and is finally in its way too… Such a killer guitar and hoping that it will be my #1 and can replace my PRS core in terms of #1 guitars. I’ve 57 guitars now after collecting and playing for over 45 years… Thanks for the video!!! Such a great guitar. ✌🏼

[@stjohnmason90]

Used to have a Peavey Wolfgang, should never have sold it! Loving my EVH 5150 (striped series) at the mo, (I’m a Live Without a Net VH fan) but planning to get another Wolfie soon. Fave VH song? 5150. Obvs! Brilliant demo as always D. Loved your EVH tribute too. 🤘

[@Viper-dz2kw]

Used to have a bass with that reversed pickup selector and absolutely loved it, never knew anyone else did it, especially EVH

[@LOOSEbowelz]

doesn't make any sense lmao 😢

[@qua7771]

​@@LOOSEbowelzIf you use Ed's tapping technique, the switch gets in the way in the down position.

[@donwilson9939]

My favorite EVH guitar is any that I can afford, as for song, has to be "dance the night away".

[@Magik1369]

I own 2 EVH WG...one standard and one special. These are some of the best guitars out there and are a great value. They play effortlessly and the tone they produce is outstanding. I wish I would have bought these 10 years ago.

[@albertomercado5949]

I have both the evh special and the standard I love them both. I'm looking to add the drop d to the standard soon. My favorite VH is Ain't talking bout love! Great review thanks !!!

[@shanemartin8904]

you have too much. one guitar is enough

[@markdakel9253]

I can honestly say you are the absolute first person I have ever heard play Beautiful Girls on KZbin outside of Eddie

[@rickycompton2610]

Dagan I have the Same EVH guitar but in Stealth black I’m amazed at the quality of the Fender Mexican Factory it came in a cardboard box I was worried but it was almost in tune it plays amazing RIP Eddie this was his baby they are killer guitars period.

[@KurtS5150]

Dagan!!!!!! Love the DEMO! I just got a EVHWGStandard and I love it, already modded a few things on it and it shreds

[@qua7771]

I just got one a few days ago. I really like it as is, but during the string change I replaced the saddle insert blocks with brass ones. It tamed the highs IMO. What mods did you make to yours?

[@TySutherland]

Cool! I have this guitar and the stealth and never been so happy with a guitar. Thanks Dagan!

[@TySutherland]

I'll add - they will change the way you play.. the evh pickups are hot and stainless frets are bright.. the result is only a very light touch is needed.. the quatersawn neck really resonates which also gives a bouncy feeling. Conclusion: I couldn't agree more - the easiest playing guitar I've ever tried. Also I'm 6,4 and although it's a "smaller" guitar it doesn't "feel" as small as a strat. Just love the thing!

[@samruhman1555]

I actually would make a few small adjustments to this. I would add a second volume knob letting you do the "Really Got Me" or "Hot For Teacher" thing. I would move the bridge volume knob right next to the pickup. I would raise the output of the bridge pickup a bit, or lower the output of the neck pickup a bit. I would replace the Les Paul style toggle with a 5 way Super Switch. I would make the body mahogany, not basswood. I would make the top a dome top, not an archtop. I would add 2 more frets. But this is all nitpicking.

[@Jmdeclue]

People were floating their trems for a very long time, starting with the regular Fender Synchronized bridge. Brad Gillis was doing crazy stuff on his original floyd rose floated bridge pretty early on in the eighties. I think the confusion comes from Steve’s Gem model and the route behind the Floyd that allowed him to pull back more than usual and made it easier to change the strings. That Gem came out in ‘87, I think, but many years after the trend to float bridges was started.

[@g_rr_tt]

it's not about who did it first, but who marketed it better.

[@CongealedMilk]

phenomenal playing. Gotta love when the player just plays the guitar instead of playing the same riffs over and over with different effects and pickup selections

[@evh5150]

Whatever Eddie was involved in turned to gold

[@JV-rx3ov]

Finally! Someone who understands tall guitar players. So many guitars look ridiculous on us. I recently bought one of these EVHs & absolutely love it.

[@leifmease6400]

I saw this one at guitar center and didn’t go for it because it was the highest of them all 😭😂 as it should be

[@cjleavitt17]

I have the Red Striped Series which has a Wolfgang pickup. It's a great pickup. I just did a slight tweak Adjusting the magnets for a little more Frankie tones. I really want a Wolfgang guitar. Ain't Talking Bout love is my favorite Van Halen song. The pickup itself I'll never swap it's Eddie's tone no matter what

[@dominiquez5643]

I JUST got miner last week!! This is a monster guitar!!!! The F1 amongst the Porche's !!!! A little weird playing 9's when all my life I played 10's but not a let down!!!! The natural sustain of this "thing" unplegged is just insane wacko!!!!! Natural notes will ring forever!!! 1st one is red, white and black....going for the white and black and bumble bee (black yellow) that's how impressed I am with this instrument! You almost feel like you're playing better just by putting it on your lap!!!!

[@timlester4892]

Own this guitar wasn't sold on the looks at 1st but have absolutely fell in love with it so easy to play its unbelievable!!!

[@niklasdanchenko3893]

I have the EVH Wolfgang Standard Exotic and its so nice. Hopefully ill get a D-tuna to put on the trem soon. its basically the special without the D-tuna and non matching headstock. I lvoe it so much and it plays amazing

[@automatoncollectives7237]

I have the standard-which has the same pickups-and it is the easiest guitar to play that I have had.

[@AndyWarycka]

Came here for the EVH riffs, stayed for the surprise Gary Moore.

[@rolandjgutierrez7737]

The wizard is my favorite guitar player he played great, teaches great, and does outstanding demos The Wizard TriFicta ,Tripalthreat...Roland J Gutierrez from Magdalena New Mexico USA 🇺🇸

[@CrankDebt]

I'm sold thank you very much. I'm getting one now

[@SoundtheTrumpet2023]

Played this for the first time today. The single, most comfortable, guitar that I have ever played. Love the family Strat, however, this one fits me perfectly. No other explanation.🤷‍♂️

[@xcodychaosx]

Picked up an evh in a pawnshop and that things legit the best feeling guitar to hold from the body carve to the neck just feels awesome

[@roymartin500]

On the EVH site under USA Wolfgang is listed Wolfgang USA pickups. Listed under Wolfgang Special is Wolfgang pickups. No mention of Wolfgang USA pickups but Wolfgang pickups. So are the Special using Wolfgang Designed pickups, like Seymour Duncan but with SD's all that are labeled SD are USA & Duncan Designed are made overseas to Seymour Duncan specs. I dont know if thats the case but it would be nice to know for sure before purchasing.

[@donkarnage6032]

The neck profile and dimensions have definitely changed throughout the different models. I've never played an EVH EBMM so I can't say for that one but I own a Peavey Wolfgang. I ended up getting a replacement neck for my Peavey because the frets were badly worn and I found it much cheaper and less time consuming to get an EVH Wolfgang neck. The neck pocket and screws are the same as the Peavey but the EVH has a different back profile. It's not asymmetrical like the Peavey and it has a compound radius where the Peavey has a flat 15 degree radius. Both are very comfortable but definitely different.

[@mikew9788]

I have a peavey usa deluxe and a evh usa signature series and I can attest to the necks being s little different, the evh signature series is a touch smaller, both killer guitars

[@charliewilson1596]

I have just got the 2021 standard from PMT Online and its brilliant. The neck is just so smooth and playable and it sounds great through my amp.

[@richardgarner2350]

I have a PV version of this. The pickups on that have been split. They split really nicely . . the bridge in particular sound very much like a tele.

[@mattmanley7118]

My buddy loves his EVH

[@fordology1996]

These are great guitars, I’ve played a few. Still love my Jackson’s, and Bc rich guitars. Dean and ESP Ltd are great too IMO

[@stevestarr6395]

Awesome guitar that Eddie put all his best ideas on what he liked in a guitar and it’s stellar!!

[@JHaworth69]

Have a slime green WG standard with a roasted maple neck. Plays well and holds tune well. Love it! Favourite VH song - Unchained

[@ejhudson999]

I think I’m on my way to the music store… Favorite VH song: Drop Dead Legs.

[@stevesutton5498]

I have one in polar white,great guitars.For me, it's very easy to play, in the f,e,d,and a position because I'm getting old,and my wrist don't bend like they used to,for those cords.

[@FenderStrat1975]

I love my Wolfgang Special Stealth model. Will be getting another soon.

[@jdmac44]

I love that the Standard is made in Indonesia, where Ed and Alex's mother was from.

[@SouthpawSatch]

Are three grey versions going to be available left handed? I'm still praying EVH release lefty versions of the 5150 guitars

[@stefanoagostini_com]

very NICE review. This is how a guitar should be tested.

[@C-S128]

I have a Frankie and a special and the special is easier and more comfortable to play. Both are incredible though.

[@williamlayton1827]

Awesome playing i like the gloss black with maple neck

[@methatlovescats3602]

You say that with everyone you play 🤨 The end Rocked 😘

[@montyhagberg4986]

I'm stunned to find out this thread has been around for 7 months! So..........I have a 2020 Frankie, a 2021 Bumblebee, a 2021 Standard in Stryker Red, a **2002** PEAVEY WOLFGANG STANDARD...........and my EVH Special is the best of the whole bunch. I'm selling my Peavey (which is incredible in itself) to purchase 2 more Specials! If I was to recommend any current Wolf, it would be the special (but, then again, I'm not good enough to know any difference between a USA and MIM.

[@courier11sec]

That bridge really is a thing of beauty, isn't it?

[@Pulse2AM]

Sounds amazing and I'm not a fan of the Blackstar amps but this combo works really well.

[@Samlucii]

"im going to try not to play any van halen but i might just have to..." **immediately starts playing eruption**

[@sleevelessace]

watch the vid from 14 years ago where eddie explains the wolf gang as everything he learnt over 35 years of his journey into a instrument and trial and error 20x over. how he wants the wolfgang to out live him!! he looks as the Wolfgang in the Evh Lineup of guitars as Gibson looks at the Les Paul or Fender does to the Strat.. its still around 50+ years later thats what ed wanted with the wolfgang when he designed it, God Bless Edward Van Halen

[@AaronQ-hl2sd]

Good vid, try a Peavey USA Wolfgang Special. Worthless tone knob is gone and it's good.

[@cowboys4everpompeo604]

Finally! A wolfgang Special Demo

[@adblack]

I would delete the tone knob for another volume. That way I can have separate volume controls for each pickup. Never needed a tone knob anyway.

[@TheLadsBandLive]

Favorite Eddie guitar: VH1’s black & white stripe Favorite VH song: I’ll Wait

[@sheldonkorpett1708]

Love your channel and energy.

[@ric9452]

Beast of a Guitar Player 😮😮

[@bullyakker]

I found the pickups when split can resemble a tele quite well. And then... HB through a high gain amp and VOILA!!! They need a high gain amp to "rock" ala VH.

[@jimmyjames7946]

Love the guitar! I played one for 1st time and was impressed!! Going to buy standard in white but only thing I found in reviews was FR special has problems?? Ant thoughts?! Im hard on the bar

[@AndrewDrewJamison]

This guitar has won the Andy Jamison official: BSG Award (Best Studio Guitar) MVG Award (Most Variety Guitar) Floyd Rose (Floyd Rose) Floyd Rows Flodd

[@Xaion6]

Love my standard exotic. My next wolfgang will be the "not Jack Whites" Miami Blue special

[@Xaion6]

Can't believe I'm saying this, but my dad got me an Ivory Edward signature... needless to say I will NOT be getting a Special

[@michaelwright8581]

Ordered one this morning 😎

[@mynameisdave613]

9:13 what song is that lick from?

[@shrshz]

Eruption live version

[@zimeynawi7181]

I’ve own USA EVH Wolfgang.. no belly cut and forearm rest because of the archtop.. I always in pain when I sitting down playing the guitar.. sold it for musicman luke iii

[@jeffs.987]

Some of the standards have a belly cut and forearm cut. Mine does. I actually like the body shape and headstock. And, the neck shape and light weight really do make it the easiest for me to play through long gigs. This has sine of the best clean sounds if any guitar I’ve had, as well as killer distorted sounds and has the least background noise of any guitar I’ve played. No noise gate needed for metal!

[@hege2427]

the only thing i probably would change are stainless steel frets, but that´s just a minor preference.

[@hege2427]

@@zakklee2556 Hmm...i wrote: minor preference....so this is a preference of MINE, and you can´t decide if MY preference is minor or not. And Deagan asked us to comment what we would change. I just answered, sorry if you are not good with my opinion, but keep if for yourself. I will also not criticize your opinion or your thoughts.

[@zakklee2556]

I know right. Another minor preference is solid gold and they throw in a Rolls.

[@hege2427]

@@zakklee2556 right, minor or major, it still is a personal preference and nobody should dictate someones perferences or choices. Not even you.

[@zakklee2556]

@@hege2427 you are correct, They sold me a solid gold Special and threw in a rolls for $500.00. Thank you They said they sent it by space ship 🚀... should be here any minute. And it has titanium frets!

[@hege2427]

@@zakklee2556 wow..how funny you are, like a comedian or a little innocent child. But i guess we both made our points. Me in answering a question and you in posting unnecessary comments on my stuff. Perhaps you post your comedian stuff in our own comments and not in someone elses. I know people like you and of course you will answer this with another childish comment, cause you are the guy who needs to have the last word. So it be, i am done here and won´t comment back.

[@bluesdude1194]

I have a Peavey Wolfgang special about 20 years old , my only gripe is the bridge pup is harsh sounding and I can’t get on with it.

[@downshift00]

Wait, my Special has the toggle as up for neck and down for bridge... I thought 8t was only the USA ones that were reversed?

[@kimberlygaeta7205]

i said the same thing. i wonder where he got this Mexican special with the USA toggle switch?

[@downshift00]

@@kimberlygaeta7205 ya, I'm guessing he's just reading from the USA spec sheet and not listening to what's actually happening?

[@kimberlygaeta7205]

@@downshift00 no he actually played and switched it. His bridge pickup is up on the toggle.

[@downshift00]

@@kimberlygaeta7205 oh ya, just rewatched that part. Maybe the switch is twisted around?

[@avh9394]

Is it me or has Dagan tightened up on his chops? Sounds great! Thank you!

[@JohnsFrusciante]

The best rock guitars on earth and it’s not even close at ALL.

[@wayne1271]

Another great review.

[@colboysigmax]

Been into VH (Dave not Sammy) since they supported Black Sabbath back in about '79 and no question, this guitar sounds great and I'm sure is brilliant to play BUT really fugly to me... Horrible shape and weird/creepy little headstock. Can't stop thinking of the guy with the "hand" in Scary Movie 2... Personally, I just got a new Korean Jackson SL2... For me, perfect in every way and topped off with that seriously beautiful big pointy headstock. Let's have more Charvels/Jacksons/BC's and ESPs and how about a few Ratt, Dokken and similar riffs. You know you love it Dagan!

[@jimmyjames7946]

This guy demoing is awesome! Great job mate!! I love the guitar The guitar too!!! Not a fan of the amp he's using.. it's not doing the guitar tone justice.. but that's just my opinion..

[@PopCulturzTV]

agree. also hes not using any effects which makes it sound flat

[@Tom_SDM]

I’d love one but I have the same problem as Dagan - being 6’ 7”, this would look like a Ukelele on me 😅

[@michaelanthonyclark328]

I was surprised to recently see they were running 9 - 42 instead of 9 - 46 as I see in the specs? Do you know when or why that changed? Drop D definitely benefits from the 46... thanks.

[@thomaswilliams2271]

Just ordered one today can’t fucking wait

[@JJames666male]

Sounds great, but if i had to find something i don't like is the modern looking body. Not that it's ugly, but i prefer more vintage designs

[@brent_afi]

I agree but my special trem was shit it was jammed against the top D Tuna was stuck in the top My flat top standard was mint outta the box Any advice on set up the trem to not float Because I have to re block it to get the DTuna un stuck

[@thomasharnum6837]

Lovin’ my Stealth special

[@jmartini8875]

I own 3. Love them all

[@billdegroot2087]

Ordered on the way

[@davidbrooksby3976]

How would you say this guitar compares to the Jackson Rhoads Pro you played on? Which one has a faster neck and better feel?

[@jimmyrhone68]

I own one. Spalted maple top. A really great guitar.

[@patswayze2493]

Nice playing

[@rockstarcoder]

great video!! do you use any pedals? if so, which ones? thank you!

[@AvonNabors]

Thanks now I want one.

[@Beserker3737]

Little Gary Moore in there too. Nice!!

[@billdivine9501]

Stupid question here. I haven’t played for 20 years, but want to get back into it and I want an EVH. My other guitars are all maple necks & fretboards. If I get one with an ebony rosewood fretboard will that throw me off? Frets are the same but I’m used to lighter color, just wondering if the dark is different visually when playing or does it not make a difference. Does that even make sense? Thanks!

[@ThomasMarchini]

dagan but what changes between Epiphone anaconda burst with the same headstock of all Epiphone and the new one?

[@Ironworthstriking]

I love Van Halen but I don’t really try to emulate Eddie’s style. Regardless, the Wolfgang Special is an incredible guitar for hard rock and metal. It practically plays itself!

[@usablefiber]

Wow didn’t expect the cleans to be that nice. Assumed it would be a hot rod shred machine,