Is Jacob Deraps the Closest Guitarist to Eddie Van Halen? EVH Wolfgang Promo Shreds!

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we’re talking about Jacob Deraps, the Van Halen-obsessed guitarist who has become the face of the latest EVH Wolfgang Special guitars—and his uncanny ability to capture the spirit of Eddie Van Halen. 🎸 Why is Jacob Deraps getting so much attention? 🔥 Eddie’s influence is everywhere — Deraps has spent years obsessing over Eddie Van Halen’s playing, tone, feel, and technique. ⚡ The Eddie factor is REAL — His playing has impressed countless Van Halen fans, with some calling him one of the closest players they’ve ever heard to Eddie. 🎥 The new EVH Wolfgang Special promo — Deraps wrote, recorded, and performed the track featured in the guitar’s promotional video. 🤘 A dream come true — Deraps was flown to California to work with EVH Gear on the video and called the experience an absolute honor. 🎶 More than an Eddie clone — While you’ll hear unmistakable Van Halen-inspired touches—including tapping and Floyd Rose tremolo work—Deraps brings his own modern sound and songwriting into the spotlight. 🎸 The new Wolfgang Special — The guitar features a basswood body, arched top, quartersawn baked maple neck, Floyd Rose tremolo with EVH D-Tuna technology, and Alnico 2 humbuckers. 💥 Price: $1,499. What makes Jacob Deraps especially interesting is that he isn’t simply trying to recreate Eddie Van Halen. He’s taking the influence of one of the greatest guitarists ever and using it as a foundation for his own identity and style. And when it comes to honoring Eddie while still moving forward, that's a pretty impressive combination. Is Jacob Deraps the closest guitarist you’ve ever heard to Eddie Van Halen? 🎸🔥 Let us know what you think in the comments! #VanHalen #EddieVanHalen #EVHGear #JacobDeraps