The quintessential Frankenstein guitar! Widely regarded as one of the most recognizable electric guitars ever created, Eddie Van Halen's legendary "Frankie" is the instrument that started a rock 'n' roll revolution. Now you can own an authentic EVH Striped Series Frankenstein guitar, inspired by Eddie's most famous creation, complete with its iconic red, white, and black stripes and unmistakable worn-in appearance.

The story began in the 1970s, when Eddie set out to build the guitar he couldn't find in any music store. Combining the powerful sound of a humbucking pickup with the feel of a Stratocaster-style guitar, he created his one-of-a-kind Frankenstein, which appeared in black and white on Van Halen's groundbreaking 1978 debut album. In 1979, Eddie added red paint, transforming it into the legendary red, white, and black design that would become his visual trademark. He continued modifying the guitar throughout his career, relentlessly pursuing his ultimate sound.

This EVH Striped Series Frankie captures the unforgettable look of Eddie's original in its later red, white, and black configuration. Its distressed, relic-style finish recreates years of wear, complete with aged hardware, the custom black pickguard, a nonfunctional neck pickup, dummy five-way switch, and the famously mislabeled "Tone" knob. Display this remarkable work of art using a sturdy guitar stand or reliable wall mount, and make it the centerpiece of your music room, home studio, office, or man cave.

And this beauty was built to be played! It's a genuine, full-size EVH electric guitar, not a miniature replica or display-only collectible. Featuring a powerful EVH Wolfgang humbucking pickup, fast-playing maple neck, and Floyd Rose locking tremolo with EVH D-Tuna, Frankie delivers everything from thick, aggressive rhythms to blistering solos and screaming dive bombs.

Features & Specifications

• Genuine EVH Striped Series Frankenstein "Frankie" electric guitar, inspired by Eddie Van Halen's original Frankenstein
• Iconic red, white, and black striped design with distressed, relic-style appearance
• Solid basswood Stratocaster-style body with satin lacquer finish
• Licensed Fender Stratocaster-style natural maple headstock
• Bolt-on quartersawn maple neck with graphite reinforcement
• Comfortable EVH Modified "C" neck profile with smooth oiled finish
• Fast-playing maple fingerboard with 12"-16" compound radius
• 22 jumbo frets with black dot position inlays
• 25.5" scale length
• Convenient heel-mounted truss rod adjustment wheel
• Direct-mount EVH Wolfgang humbucking bridge pickup
• Nonfunctional Strat-style neck pickup and dummy five-way blade switch
• Single master volume control with white Strat-style skirted knob labeled "Tone"
• Custom black Frankie pickguard
• EVH-branded Floyd Rose double-locking tremolo for dramatic dive bombs and tuning stability
• Patented EVH D-Tuna for quickly switching between standard and drop-D tuning
• Floyd Rose R3 locking nut
• EVH-branded Gotoh tuning machines
• Relic-finished chrome hardware and oversized strap buttons
• EVH-branded neck plate
• EVH nickel-plated steel strings (.009-.042)
• Right-handed configuration
• Made in Mexico
• Includes tremolo arm, hex keys, and user manual
• Optional gig bag or hardshell case sold separately.

All guitars ship free within the USA via UPS, insured, and adult signature required.