{"product_id":"2022-evh-wolfgang-standard-qm-quilted-black-fade-baked-maple-neck-floyd-rose","title":"2022 EVH Wolfgang Standard QM~ Quilted Black Fade~ Baked Maple Neck~ Floyd Rose","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2022 EVH Wolfgang Standard QM – Black Fade – Quilted Maple – Floyd Rose\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 EVH Wolfgang Standard QM in Black Fade combines Eddie Van Halen’s distinctive guitar design with a high-performance specification, including a beautifully figured quilt maple top, baked maple neck, direct-mounted Wolfgang humbuckers and an EVH-branded Floyd Rose double-locking tremolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in a striking Black Fade, the quilted maple figuring gives this guitar an excellent appearance, with the darker edges contrasting against the grey and charcoal tones running across the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wolfgang Standard was developed to make the playing characteristics of Eddie Van Halen’s signature guitars accessible to a wider range of players, while retaining the features that make the design so recognisable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example dates from 2022 and offers a great combination of fast playability, powerful pickups and the versatility of a Floyd Rose tremolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuilted Maple Top \u0026amp; Wolfgang Body Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wolfgang’s distinctive double-cutaway body is designed around comfort and upper-fret access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA basswood body provides a balanced foundation, topped with an attractive quilted maple veneer that gives the Black Fade finish its distinctive depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carved forearm contour provides a comfortable playing position, while the compact body shape sits naturally against the player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCream-coloured body binding contrasts nicely with the dark finish, while black hardware completes the appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBaked Maple Neck \u0026amp; Compound-Radius Fingerboard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the main attractions of the Wolfgang Standard is its neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe baked maple neck features EVH’s distinctive Wolfgang backshape, with an oiled finish that gives it a smooth, natural feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a heavily lacquered neck, the oiled surface allows the hand to move freely, making it particularly appealing for fast playing and extended sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe baked maple fingerboard features a 12”–16” compound radius, becoming progressively flatter towards the upper frets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides a comfortable feel for chords lower down the neck while allowing string bending and lead playing further up the fingerboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 22 jumbo frets and a 25.5-inch scale length, the Wolfgang has a playing specification well suited to modern rock, metal and technically demanding styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDirect-Mount Wolfgang Humbuckers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar is fitted with a pair of EVH Direct-Mount Wolfgang humbuckers, designed to provide the power and clarity associated with Eddie Van Halen’s signature sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bridge pickup delivers a strong, articulate response with plenty of output for driven rhythm playing, while retaining definition during faster passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck pickup offers a fuller, smoother voice for expressive lead playing and sustained notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA three-way toggle selector provides the familiar bridge, combined and neck pickup options, with master volume and tone controls keeping the layout straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEVH Floyd Rose Special Tremolo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA major feature of this guitar is its EVH-branded Floyd Rose Special double-locking tremolo system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with a Floyd Rose R2 locking nut, it provides the tuning stability needed for expressive vibrato, wide pitch changes and dive bombs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe six individually adjustable saddles and fine tuners allow the guitar to be accurately set up and adjusted once the locking nut is secured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original-style tremolo arm is included, as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good overall condition for a 2022 instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar presents particularly well from the front, with the Black Fade quilted maple top remaining very attractive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are surface scratches on the back of the body, visible in our detailed photographs, along with some minor marks and general playwear elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are cosmetic signs of previous use and do not significantly detract from the overall appearance of the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hardware also shows some minor signs of handling and use, as expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have taken detailed photographs under direct lighting to show the condition accurately. Some of the surface marks are more noticeable under this lighting than they are in normal viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease study all photographs, which show the actual guitar for sale and form part of our condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Manufacturer: EVH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Model: Wolfgang Standard QM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Model Number: 5107004524\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Year: 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Finish: Black Fade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Country of Manufacture: Indonesia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Body: Basswood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Top: Quilted Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Body Finish: Gloss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Binding: Cream\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Neck: Baked Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Neck Profile: Wolfgang Backshape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Neck Finish: Oiled\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Neck Thickness: 0.790” at 3rd Fret \/ 0.880” at 12th Fret\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Fingerboard: Baked Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Fingerboard Radius: 12”–16” Compound Radius\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Frets: 22 Jumbo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Scale Length: 25.5”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Position Inlays: Black Dots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Nut: Floyd Rose R2 Locking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Nut Width: 41.3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Bridge Pickup: Direct-Mount Wolfgang Humbucker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Neck Pickup: Direct-Mount Wolfgang Humbucker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Pickup Selector: Three-Way Toggle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Bridge: EVH-Branded Floyd Rose Special Double-Locking Tremolo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Machine Heads: EVH-Branded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Hardware: Black Chrome\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Control Knobs: Speed Knobs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Serial Number: ICE2200315\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Condition: Very Good Used Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* 2022 EVH Wolfgang Standard QM in Black Fade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Tremolo arm as photographed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Buy From Chordplay Guitars?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re an independent, family-run guitar shop in Darwen, open 7 days a week and specialising in carefully selected new and used guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery used instrument is checked and cleaned before sale, with setup work carried out where appropriate. We aim to give honest, detailed condition descriptions so you know exactly what you’re buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree next-working-day UK mainland delivery is available on orders over £470.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e£50 secures it, and part exchange is always welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriendly support is available before, during and after your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe Buy Guitars\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to sell or part exchange something? We’re always interested in quality used guitars and collections. Get in touch with details and photographs and we’ll be happy to take a look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInternational Buyers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorldwide shipping is available. 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