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Question Bitten By The EBMM EVH Bug Again

Ok, so after playing both guitars unplugged for the past several days I think I have the tone difference mystery solved.

All things being equal (new strings same brand/gauge, pick, string height, neck relief, room, etc.), the neck on the Natural has a more snappy tone similar to a maple necked Strat, where the Trans Gold has a warmer tone edging towards a Rosewood neck tone. I confirmed this by swapping the necks. My ears definitely like the the warmer tone better. Probably because I have two Strats and a Tele that already have the snappy maple neck tones.
 
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Nice, definitely keep both. I regret selling mine. I love my axis but , wood ages, parts age, and all guitars have their own soul. Enjoy brother
 
bischero said:
Nice, definitely keep both. I regret selling mine. I love my axis but , wood ages, parts age, and all guitars have their own soul. Enjoy brother
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Thanks. Keeping both is the plan for now. They are both amazing in their own way. The Natural is great for cleaner/edgier stuff, and the Trans Gold is great for soloing and heavier stuff. I can actually do both with either, but I like taking advantage of their unique strengths.
 
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