In 1978, Eddie Van Halen erupted out of Pasadena like an M80 in the neighbor’s pool. Terms like “game changer” and “iconic” often get tossed around like a cheap frisbee. In the case of Eddie Van Halen, every accolade is an understatement. Van Halen’s style evolved beyond what “off the rack” guitars and amps of the times could provide. Amps simply did not produce the ultra-saturated, harmonically rich tone today’s electric guitarists have come to demand. High performance electric guitars existed since the 50’s, but nobody ever combined the best elements of each with such a fierce sound, style, comfort and ease of play. Alto Music is proud to offer the culmination of decades of innovation and refinement from the father of modern Rock and Roll, EVH.

Eddies legacy is built into every EVH model guitar and amp. “Stock” EVH gear has the same elements and designs that Eddie played and recorded on from 2006, ever after. If you want to nail Van Halen’s tone, EVH has the gear part of the puzzle cinched (playing just like Eddie will take a bit more effort).

The most important thing to remember when choosing your next Guitar or Amp is that EVH gear is not designed with the sole intent of capturing Van Halen’s style and tone. EVH knows that every great guitarist seeks their own unique style and voice. EVH brand gear supplies precision, high-performance gear that is versatile enough to help you unlock, discover, and realize the best of what’s inside you.