The EVH MIJ Series EVH Signature Wolfgang in Ivory is a premium Japanese-built version of Eddie Van Halen’s signature guitar, loaded with a specification closely focused on the features he favoured for serious stage use.

Its basswood body is capped with Big Leaf maple and finished with five-ply binding, while a quartersawn maple neck, ebony compound-radius fingerboard and 22 stainless-steel frets provide the stability and precision expected from a high-end performance instrument.

Two direct-mounted EVH Wolfgang humbuckers deliver powerful but articulate tones, while the electronics include Eddie-inspired reverse pickup switching, a low-friction volume control, high-friction tone control, treble-bleed circuit and dedicated kill switch.

An EVH-branded Floyd Rose locking tremolo and D-Tuna complete the performance specification, allowing aggressive tremolo use alongside rapid switching between standard tuning and Drop D.

This Pre-Owned Ivory example is offered in Mint condition and includes its EVH Wolfgang hardcase plus EVH leather strap with eye-bolt clasp system.

At A Glance

Pre-Owned Condition Report

Mint Condition

This EVH MIJ Series Signature Wolfgang Ivory is offered in Mint condition.

Mint condition means the guitar is virtually indistinguishable from new, with little to no meaningful evidence of previous use and an exceptionally clean overall presentation.

No faults, repairs or modifications have been supplied for this listing.

What’s Included?

✔ EVH MIJ Series Signature Wolfgang Ivory
✔ EVH Wolfgang Hardcase
✔ EVH Leather Strap
✔ Dog-Leash / Eye-Bolt Brass Strap Clasps

✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

This individual Wolfgang has been graded Mint, making it particularly appealing to somebody looking for an exceptionally clean example of the Japanese-built signature model.

The EVH strap and clasp system is especially relevant with this guitar, as its eye-hook strap buttons form part of the original MIJ specification rather than being an aftermarket modification.

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This Pre-Owned EVH Wolfgang has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before sale.

Our checks include both humbuckers, reverse-style three-way switching, kill switch, volume and tone controls, treble-bleed operation, output socket, stainless-steel frets, ebony fingerboard, neck condition, locking nut, tuning machines, Floyd Rose operation, D-Tuna function, hardware, tuning stability and overall playability.

The supplied EVH hardcase, strap and clasp hardware are also checked for basic usability.

Service / Setup Work

All Pre-Owned electric guitars at Fair Deal Music are set up and checked before leaving the shop.

Our assessment includes action, neck relief, fret condition, intonation, tuning stability, electronics, pickup balance, Floyd Rose setup, D-Tuna operation, hardware and overall playability.

Please note that setup can shift slightly during delivery because temperature and humidity changes can naturally affect wooden instruments in transit.

Why Choose The EVH MIJ Signature Wolfgang?

Made In Japan Construction

This version of the Wolfgang is produced by EVH’s Japanese craftsmen and sits towards the premium end of the Wolfgang range.

It combines Eddie-specific design choices with high-quality hardware, stainless-steel frets and a carefully reinforced quartersawn maple neck.

Custom-Wound EVH Wolfgang Humbuckers

The bridge position uses a custom-wound Alnico II EVH Wolfgang humbucker, while the neck pickup uses an Alnico III Wolfgang humbucker.

The bridge is voiced for punch, articulation and strong sustain, while the neck position provides a creamier lead voice alongside articulate cleaner tones when the guitar volume is reduced.

Floyd Rose With EVH D-Tuna

The EVH-branded top-mounted locking tremolo is designed for aggressive dive bombs and expressive pitch effects while maintaining tuning stability.

Eddie’s patented D-Tuna allows the low E string to switch quickly between standard E and Drop D without retuning the rest of the guitar.

Dedicated Kill Switch

A lower-bout kill switch instantly mutes the guitar signal, allowing rhythmic stutter effects and abrupt note cuts without manipulating the volume control.

Compound-Radius Ebony Fingerboard

The 12"–16" compound radius becomes flatter towards the upper register.

That provides comfortable chord playing lower down the neck while giving bends and fast lead work more room higher up.

Stainless-Steel Frets

The 22 stainless-steel frets offer a smooth surface for bending and vibrato along with excellent resistance to long-term fret wear.

Eddie-Specific Control Layout

The Wolfgang has several control details that are deliberately different from a conventional twin-humbucker guitar.

The volume pot uses a low-friction EVH design, allowing exceptionally fast volume adjustments and swells. The tone pot deliberately has higher friction so it is less likely to move accidentally during aggressive playing.

The three-way pickup selector is also reverse oriented to Eddie Van Halen’s preference, another small detail that reflects the instrument’s purpose as a genuine signature design rather than simply an artist-branded body shape.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

MIJ Wolfgang vs EVH Wolfgang Special

The Wolfgang Special provides many of the essential EVH features at a lower price point. The MIJ Signature version moves considerably further with its maple-topped bound body, ebony fingerboard, stainless-steel frets, premium Gotoh tuners, specialised electronics and included hardcase and strap system.

MIJ Wolfgang vs Wolfgang USA

The USA Wolfgang represents the flagship American-built interpretation and sits at an even higher level of exclusivity and pricing. The Japanese model offers a highly serious Eddie-specification instrument while retaining its own MIJ identity.

Wolfgang vs Fender Stratocaster HSS

An HSS Stratocaster provides greater traditional single-coil versatility. The Wolfgang is much more focused on high-performance rock playing, with twin humbuckers, locking tremolo, D-Tuna, flatter compound radius and dedicated kill switch.

Wolfgang vs Ibanez Prestige

Both can appeal to technically demanding rock players. Ibanez Prestige models often favour slimmer necks and 24-fret layouts, while the Wolfgang combines modern performance hardware with Eddie’s distinctive neck profile, 22-fret layout and specialised controls.

Who Is It For?

EVH Fans

Few guitars get closer to Eddie Van Halen’s preferred performance features without moving into specialised tribute or USA flagship territory.

Hard Rock Players

The direct-mounted humbuckers, Floyd Rose and D-Tuna make the Wolfgang exceptionally well suited to heavy rhythm work, expressive lead guitar and aggressive tremolo techniques.

Lead Guitarists

The compound radius, stainless frets and strong upper-register access provide a precise platform for bending, tapping, legato and fast alternate-picked lines.

Drop-D Players

The D-Tuna is particularly useful for players frequently moving between standard tuning and Drop D during a set.

Professional Gigging Guitarists

Stable neck construction, locking hardware, straightforward HH electronics and the included premium transport package make this a serious working instrument.

Suitable Genres And Uses

The EVH Wolfgang is particularly well suited to hard rock, metal, classic rock, instrumental rock, progressive rock, shred, lead guitar, Drop-D riffing, high-gain rhythm playing, studio recording and live performance.

What Makes The EVH Wolfgang Different?

The Wolfgang is not simply a conventional double-humbucker guitar with a Floyd Rose added.

Its neck shape, pickup voicing, friction-specific control pots, reverse pickup switch, D-Tuna, kill switch and eye-hook strap system all reflect Eddie Van Halen’s practical preferences after decades of playing and modifying guitars.

The MIJ Signature version brings those features together with premium Japanese manufacture, making it one of the more complete Wolfgang specifications in the EVH range.

Story & Context: Eddie Van Halen And The Wolfgang

Eddie Van Halen spent much of his career modifying guitars in search of an instrument that combined the aspects he liked from different traditional designs with the stability and flexibility required for his own playing style.

The Wolfgang design emerged from that continuous experimentation and became one of the body shapes most closely associated with Eddie during the later part of his career.

When the EVH brand developed its own Wolfgang instruments, details such as the direct-mounted pickups, low-friction volume control, D-Tuna and carefully specified neck remained central to the concept.

The MIJ Series EVH Signature Wolfgang takes that philosophy further by incorporating specifications described by EVH as being based around Eddie’s preferred touring setup, alongside premium Japanese construction and a factory-supplied professional accessory package.

Technical Specifications

Power Requirements

No battery or external power supply is required.

The Wolfgang humbuckers, kill switch and control circuitry operate passively.

Connect the guitar to a suitable amplifier, pedalboard, modeller or recording interface using a standard 1/4" instrument cable.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Buying Pre-Owned can provide access to a premium Japanese-built signature guitar while offering better value than purchasing an equivalent new instrument.

This example is particularly attractive because it retains the accessories that belong with the MIJ Wolfgang concept, including the EVH hardcase and EVH leather strap with clasp system.

At Fair Deal Music, every Pre-Owned guitar is individually checked and assessed before sale.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The EVH MIJ Series Signature Wolfgang Ivory is a seriously high-spec performance guitar and much more than an EVH-themed instrument.

The quartersawn reinforced neck, ebony compound-radius board and stainless frets provide the playing platform, while the direct-mounted humbuckers, Floyd Rose, D-Tuna and kill switch give it the tools required for everything from heavy rhythm work to highly expressive lead playing.

The fact that this Mint-condition example retains its hardcase and EVH strap/clasp system makes the package particularly complete.

Best suited for: EVH enthusiasts, hard-rock players and technically demanding guitarists who want premium Japanese construction.

Customers usually upgrade from: Wolfgang Standards, Wolfgang Specials and other mid-range Floyd Rose-equipped performance guitars.

Most commonly paired with: High-gain valve amplifiers, EVH 5150 amplifiers, amp modellers, delay, phaser, flanger and wah.

Our tip: The D-Tuna works best when the Floyd Rose is configured in the intended top-mounted, dive-only arrangement. Once correctly set up, moving between standard tuning and Drop D becomes exceptionally quick.

Showroom feedback: The MIJ Wolfgang feels considerably more specialised than a typical HH performance guitar. Almost every unusual detail has a practical reason behind it, from the control-pot resistance to the eye-hook strap system.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Our knowledgeable musician-led team can help you find the right instrument whether you're purchasing your first serious guitar, upgrading an existing setup or searching for a premium specialist instrument within the Pre-Owned market.

You can buy with confidence thanks to:

• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians
• Carefully checked new and Pre-Owned musical equipment
• Birmingham showroom
• More than 6,000 Excellent customer reviews
• Secure ordering
• Fast UK delivery
• Friendly support before and after your purchase
• Decades of experience with new and second hand musical equipment

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this EVH Wolfgang made in Japan?

Yes. This is the premium Wolfgang MIJ Series, manufactured in Japan.

What pickups does it use?

It uses two direct-mounted custom-wound EVH Wolfgang humbuckers, including an Alnico III neck pickup and Alnico II bridge design.

What does the D-Tuna do?

The EVH D-Tuna allows the lowest string to switch quickly between standard E and Drop D.

Does it have stainless-steel frets?

Yes. It uses 22 vintage-sized stainless-steel frets.

What does the kill switch do?

Pressing the kill switch instantly mutes the guitar’s output, enabling rhythmic stutter effects and abrupt signal cuts.

Why are the strap buttons shaped like eye hooks?

The eye-hook system works with the supplied EVH strap and dog-leash-style brass clasps, reflecting the strap arrangement associated with Eddie Van Halen.

Is the EVH strap included?

Yes. This example includes the EVH leather strap with its clasp hardware.

Is a hardcase included?

Yes. An EVH Wolfgang hardcase is included.

Is this suitable for Drop D?

Yes. Drop D is one of the guitar’s particular strengths thanks to the factory EVH D-Tuna.