Question Bitten By The EBMM EVH Bug Again

[Alrod]

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.

 

[TonyEVH5150]

This thread has made me want an EVH.

 

[vuduhwy]

This thread has made me want an EVH.

This thread makes me wanna have a guitar tech!

 

[bischero]

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

 

[Alrod]

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

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.