Evh 5150 Standard Stealth Black
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Evh
5150 Standard Stealth Black
Product Info
Article Number:
510903
Brand:
Evh
Model:
5150 Standard Stealth Black
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$988.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The 5150 Standard Stealth Black is a serious contender for players wanting that Eddie Van Halen feel without the premium price tag. The neck profile and Wolfgang pickups make it a joy to play, and the Floyd Rose tremolo opens up a world of expressive possibilities. It's a fantastic choice for rock and metal enthusiasts looking for a shred-ready instrument.
Product Description
- Evh 5150 Standard Stealth Black
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Basswood
- Neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Neck profile: Modified "C"
- Scale length: 648 mm (25.5")
- 22 Jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 Wolfgang humbuckers
- Kill switch potentiometer
- Volume control with 500K EVH Bourns Low Friction Pot)
- Tone control with 250K EVH Bourns High Friction Pot)
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Top-Mount EVH branded Floyd Rose Locking Tremolo with EVH D-Tuna
- Colour: Stealth Black
PROS
- • Ebony fretboard offers exceptional clarity and sustain, a noticeable upgrade.
- • Modified D-Cinc neck profile is incredibly comfortable and fast for shredding.
- • Wolfgang pickups deliver a powerful, articulate tone suitable for rock and metal.
- • Floyd Rose tremolo with D-Tuna allows for effortless dive bombs and alternate tunings.
CONS
- • Basswood body, while lightweight, lacks the resonant complexity of mahogany.
- • Stealth Black finish can be a fingerprint magnet requiring frequent cleaning.
- • While versatile, it leans heavily towards high-gain rock styles, limiting clean tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Basswood
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
2 Wolfgang Humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
22 Jumbo
Bridge
Top-Mount EVH Branded Floyd Rose Locking Tremolo with EVH D-Tuna
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The D-Tuna allows for quick drops to D standard without drastically altering the tremolo’s balance, but careful setup is still crucial for optimal tuning stability.
They capture a significant portion of the Wolfgang tone – aggressive output, clear articulation – but lack some of the nuance and refinement found on the signature models.
Basswood keeps the guitar lightweight and contributes to a bright tone, but it’s true that more dense woods would provide a more complex resonance; it’s a trade-off for affordability.
