EVH SA126 Standard Wine Red: Modern Semi-Hollow Powerhouse

The EVH SA126 Standard Wine Red sets a new benchmark for contemporary semi-hollow guitars, merging solid build with classic resonance. Wolfgang Van Halen's design brings high-performance hardware and a bold visual style, addressing the needs of players who want versatility and comfort. With a chambered nyatoh body, a solid center block, and maple top, a wide tonal range emerges, while the bolt-on roasted maple neck enhances playability and reliability. In the world of unconventional guitar shapes, this model distinguishes itself by offering premium features for discerning musicians.

Innovative Features That Stand Apart

SA126 Standard’s hybrid construction delivers semi-hollow resonance and a sturdy center block, reducing feedback even at high gain. Angular E-hole design and natural binding catch the eye, setting it apart from traditional semi-hollows. Tim Shaw’s custom pickups supply a modern, versatile voice for any setting.

Body Construction: Resonance Meets Strength

Material selection and chambering bring semi-hollow warmth along with the attack and sustain needed for heavier styles. On stage or in the studio, the instrument projects lively acoustic qualities and holds its own at high volumes.

• Body Material: Chambered nyatoh with nyatoh center block, maple top — balances resonance and prevents unwanted feedback for versatile performances.
• Body Finish: Gloss urethane — keeps the Wine Red color vivid and durable.
• Angular E-hole with natural binding doesn’t just add flair—this detail reinforces the guitar’s unique EVH identity.

Neck & Playability: Designed for Speed and Comfort

Achieving fast runs and expressive bends feels natural thanks to the roasted maple neck paired with a compound radius rosewood fingerboard.

• Neck Material: Roasted maple, bolt-on — ensures stability while keeping weight manageable.
• Scale Length: 629 mm — gives a slacker feel, ideal for expressive styles.
• Fingerboard Radius: 304.8–406.4 mm (12"–16" compound) — supports easy chording and fluid lead work.
• Frets: 22 jumbo — offer accurate bends and easy articulation.

Electronics & Hardware: Versatile Sound Shaping

Whether playing glassy cleans or aggressive overdrive, the controls for each pickup and the three-way toggle provide tonal flexibility on demand.

• Pickups: EVH SA-126 humbuckers (neck and bridge) — suitable for classic and modern rock tones.
• Bridge: EVH Tune-O-Matic with stopbar tailpiece — delivers extra sustain and reliable tuning.
• Graph Tech TUSQ nut with a 44.45 mm width ensures tuning stays sharp, even with heavy playing.
• Hardware: Gold finish, oversized strap buttons, EVH Keystone tuners

Who Should Choose the SA126 Standard?

This model appeals to musicians seeking a blend of vintage warmth and advanced playability. Intermediate and professional guitarists will find it excels across genres such as rock, indie, stoner, and blues. The semi-hollow design is equally effective for sparkling cleans and thick, saturated leads. Long sessions remain comfortable thanks to ergonomic shaping and a bold aesthetic.

Brand & Product Story: A Legacy of Innovation

The SA126 Standard reflects the creative drive of Wolfgang Van Halen, building on Eddie Van Halen’s iconic legacy. Released in 2025, it represents a modern vision for EVH—merging solidbody reliability and semi-hollow depth with Wolfgang’s own design signature.