Framus D-Series Artist Line WH-1 SBS
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Framus
D-Series Artist Line WH-1 SBS
Product Info
Article Number:
532327
Brand:
Framus
Model:
D-Series Artist Line WH-1 SBS
Category:
Heavy Guitars
Price:
$856.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The WH-1 SBS is a serious instrument built for aggressive, modern metal and hard rock tones. Wolf Hoffmann’s signature shines through with its active pickups and Floyd Rose tremolo, delivering that classic Accept attack. It's a great choice for players wanting a ready-to-play, high-performance shred machine.
Product Description
- Framus D-Series Artist Line WH-1 SBS
- Electric guitar
- Wolf Hoffmann (Accept) signature model
- Body: Basswood
- Glued-in neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Tigerstripe ebony
- Block Pyramid fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Standard
- Scale: 657.7 mm (25.5")
- Fretboard radius: 12"
- Nut width: 41.28 mm
- Floyd Rose R2 locking nut
- 24 Small and high nickel silver frets (width: 2.0 mm / height: 1.3 mm)
- Pickups: Active Framus S-A single coil (neck) and active Framus H-A B humbucker (bridge)
- Passive electronics
- Volume control
- 3-Way switch for pickup selection
- Original Floyd Rose vibrato bridge
- Framus machine heads
- Warwick security locks
- Black hardware
- Factory strings: .010" - .046"
- Colour: Solid Black Satin
- Incl. RockBag Deluxe Line (RB 20506 FV B) FV-Model gig bag and hexagonal spanner
*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.
PROS
- • Tigerstripe ebony fretboard offers exceptional clarity and feel.
- • Active pickups deliver a high-output, aggressive tone signature to Wolf Hoffmann’s style.
- • Floyd Rose vibrato bridge allows for extreme tremolo and dive-bombing.
- • Solid basswood body provides a balanced sustain and comfortable weight.
CONS
- • Basswood body, while comfortable, lacks the tonal complexity of mahogany or alder.
- • Active pickups may not appeal to players seeking a vintage, passive tone.
- • The 25.5 in scale length and heavier build might be fatiguing for smaller players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Basswood
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Tigerstripe Ebony
Pickups
Framus S-A single coil (neck) / Framus H-A B humbucker (bridge) - Active
Scale Length
657.7 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
24 Small Nickel Silver (2.0 mm width, 1.3 mm height)
Bridge
Floyd Rose R2 Locking Vibrato
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) – typical for a heavy guitar with locking hardware
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Frequently Asked Questions
Active pickups draw power, so expect to replace batteries every 6-12 months with regular use, depending on brand and quality.
The 'Standard' neck profile is fairly average; it’s a solid choice, but players with very small hands might find it a little thick, especially given the ebony fretboard’s density.
It offers a strong balance of quality and performance for the price, positioning it well against other signature guitars targeting a similar metal/hard rock aesthetic – it’s a more premium offering than some, but less expensive than others.
