EVH SA-126 HH SA EBO Platinum Pearl Metallic

The Essentials to Know About the EVH SA-126 Special Platinum Pearl Metallic Guitar

• Hybrid Concept: chambered body with a center block to combine resonance, sustain, and feedback control at high volume.


• Two EVH SA-126 Humbuckers developed with Tim Shaw: from "glassy" cleans to modern saturations, with plenty of definition.


• Fast Playability: EVH Modified "C" bolt-on neck and ebony fingerboard with a compound radius of 12"-16" (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm) for effortless riffing and soloing.


• Reliable Hardware: EVH Harmonica bridge + stop bar, Keystone tuners, and included EVH Ivory hard case.

SA-126 Special: The Contemporary Approach by Wolfgang Van Halen

Conceived by Wolfgang Van Halen, the SA-126 Special modernizes the "single cut" spirit with a clear focus on stage and studio use. Its chambered mahogany body with a basswood center block combines a livelier feel than a solid body while maintaining precise attack. Add a flamed maple top and a design built for efficiency, and you get a versatile electric guitar with a premium look, ready for high volumes as well as recording.

Who Is This EVH For and Which Styles Does It Excel In?

This EVH targets intermediate to expert guitarists seeking an all-around guitar with a true Rock/Hard Rock/Metal character, but also very comfortable in Pop, Blues, or Fusion. The 24.75" / 629 mm scale length provides a comfortable tension, while the 22 jumbo frets facilitate bends, vibratos, and expressive phrasing. The EVH Modified "C" profile promotes a natural grip, both for heavy rhythm playing and fast lead.

The Sound

The acoustic foundation of the SA-126 Special is crucial: the chambered mahogany enhances warmth, projection, and sustain, while the basswood center block refocuses the low end and helps reduce feedback when pushing the amp. The flamed maple top adds presence and brightness to better cut through the mix. On the electronics side, the EVH SA-126 humbuckers offer a wide spectrum: spacious and defined cleans, snappy crunch, and tight distortions with great clarity in palm-muted passages. The 2 volume / 2 tone wiring and 3-position selector allow precise blending of each pickup, from massive riffs to singing leads.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To preserve the original feel and balance, choose a set of nickel-plated steel electric guitar strings .009-.046 (factory gauge). The EVH SA-126 Ivory hard case is included, ideal for daily transport and protection.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Nbr of strings	6
Left handed	No	Fingerboard	Ebony
Strings	Steel	Color	White

Format	SA-126	Truss rod	EVH with adjustment wheel
Body	chambered mahogany with basswood center block	Headstock binding	1-ply cream
Top	flamed maple	Bridge	EVH Harmonica with stop bar
Body binding	5-ply	Tuners	EVH Keystone Tuners
Body finish	glossy urethane	Hardware finish	gold
Orientation	right-handed	Control knobs	black knurled with numbered indicators
Attachment	bolt-on neck	Strap buttons	oversized
Material	2-piece mahogany with graphite reinforcement	Configuration	HH
Finish	natural satin	Pickup type	humbucker
Profile	EVH Modified "C"	Bridge pickup	EVH SA-126 Humbucking
Inlays	"Triple Block" inlays, white side dots	Neck pickup	EVH SA-126 Humbucking
Frets	22, jumbo	Controls	Volume 1 (neck), Tone 1 (neck), Volume 2 (bridge), Tone 2 (bridge)
Scale length	24.75" / 629 mm	Selector	3-position (bridge / bridge+neck / neck)
Nut	Graph Tech TUSQ, width 1.75" / 44.45 mm