In 2024, the SA-126 Special redefines modern guitar design, combining Wolfgang Van Halen’s visionary approach with cutting-edge innovation to deliver unmatched versatility, powerful rhythm tones, and blazing lead performance.

Features

• SA-126 Special features a chambered mahogany body with a basswood centerblock for enhanced stability and tone.
  
• Maple top on solid finishes and quilt maple on transparent finishes with 5-ply body binding delivers rich, resonant sound.
  
• Graphite-reinforced mahogany neck with 22 frets provides durability and smooth playability.
  
• 12”-16” compound ebony fingerboard with jumbo frets and triple block inlays offers classic feel and precision.
  
• 24 ¾" scale length ensures a familiar and comfortable modern-classic playing experience.
  
• Spoke wheel truss rod adjustment at the neck heel allows quick, on-the-fly neck setup.
  
• EVH SA-126 bridge and neck pickups designed by Tim Shaw and EVH team handle everything from clean tones to heavy overdrive.
  
• Three-way toggle switch at the upper horn allows selection between bridge, bridge/neck, and neck pickups.
  
• Two volume and two tone controls provide precise tonal shaping for each pickup.
  
• Harmonica bridge and stop bar tailpiece enhance sustain and tuning stability.
  
• Oversized strap buttons and keystone tuning pegs improve comfort and reliability.
  
• Includes SA-126 Hardshell case wrapped in ivory vinyl with blue crushed velvet interior.

Specifications 

General
Series: SA
Color: Tobacco Burst
Style: 2 Humbucking
Number of Strings: 6
Orientation: Right-Hand

Body
Body Shape: SA-126
Body Material: Chambered Mahogany with Basswood Center Block
Body Finish: Gloss Urethane
Body Top: Quilt Maple
Body Binding: 5-Ply
Body Depth: 1.75" (4.45 cm)

Neck
Neck Material: 2-Piece Mahogany
Neck Finish: Natural Satin
Neck Shape: EVH® Modified "C" Backshape
Scale Length: 24.75" (629 mm)
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: 12"-16" Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm)
Number of Frets: 22
Fret Size: Jumbo
Nut Material: Graph Tech® TUSQ®
Nut Width: 1.75" (44.45 mm)
Position Inlays: Triple Block
Side Dots: White
Headstock Binding: 1-Ply Cream

Electronics
Bridge Pickup: EVH® SA-126 Humbucking
Neck Pickup: EVH® SA-126 Humbucking
Pickup Configuration: HH
Controls: Volume 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)
Pickup Switching: 3-Position Toggle (1. Bridge Pickup, 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, 3. Neck Pickup)

Hardware
Bridge: EVH® Harmonica
Tuning Machines: EVH® Keystone Tuners
Control Knobs: Skirted Black Plastic with Numbered Indicators
Switch Tip: Black
Hardware Finish: Gold
Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009–.046 Gauges)
Strap Buttons: Oversized