Eddie Van Halen has established a recognizable identity for his guitars by infusing them with his own unique touch. Through his meticulous modifications and personal touch, Eddie has produced some of the most unforgettable guitars in the history of rock 'n' roll, showcasing his visionary expertise.

 

The infamous "Shark" guitar is instantly recognizable as a key part of Van Halen's iconic sound, just as tapping is integral to Eddie's guitar style. The unique angular shape was achieved by cutting out a piece of the body, creating a jagged, tooth-like edge. The guitar was then painted silver and adorned with Eddie's signature striped pattern using tape. For the finishing touch, burgundy Schwinn bicycle paint was applied. The final result was first debuted during Van Halen's 1978 World Tour, but gained widespread recognition and adoration from fans when it appeared on the back cover of the band's 1980 album, Women and Children First.

 

Our recently released EVH® Striped Series Shark electric guitar continues to generate significant interest, fulfilling years of consumer demand. Crafted from angular ash and complemented by a stable maple neck designed with a comfortable modified "C" profile, this high-performance instrument boasts a distinctive headstock and is coated in the same iconic striped design on the back. The fast-playing 12"-16" compound radius Pau Ferro fingerboard features 22 jumbo frets and white dot inlays, making it a top choice for expert musicians seeking precision and quality.

In addition to its instantly recognizable Burgundy with Silver Stripes paint job, the Shark boasts other eye-catching features including black numbered speed knobs, three-way toggle switch housed on a brass mounting plate, brass nut, gold and chrome custom EVH-stamped Gotoh® tuners and chrome eye hooks with turnbuckles. Included: EVH Striped Series Shark Gigbag!