The exhibit is open through December 2020. "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. You can view the interview for free on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's Facebook and YouTube channels. The program will be hosted by Andy Leach, the Rock Hall’s Senior Director of Museum & Archival Collections.
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