"Bones" was designed by Vai before he started working with Ibanez and is one of four original Jem prototypes. Vai introduced a pronounced cutaway that allows access to all twenty-four frets on the fingerboard, a floating vibrato design, and his signature “monkey grip” handle in the guitar’s body. On display in the exhibit is Vai’s “Bones” electric guitar that has a sharpened Stratocaster-style body, humbucking pickups, and a locking vibrato system, solidifying the “Superstrat” style of instrument that began with Eddie Van Halen’s “ Frankenstein” guitar. Play It Loud: Instruments of Rock & Roll showcases iconic instruments used in rock & roll that had a profound impact on the art form that forever changed music. The program will be hosted by Andy Leach, the Rock Hall’s Senior Director of Museum & Archival Collections. Vai will discuss his career, current projects, and legacy, which is celebrated in the Rock Hall’s Play It Loud: Instruments of Rock & Roll exhibit. EST on the Rock Hall’s Facebook and YouTube pages. Join the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for a free exclusive live stream interview with legendary guitar virtuoso, songwriter and producer Steve Vai on November 18th at 7 p.m. EST on Rock Hall's Facebook and YouTube pages
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