Exclusively Van Halen News: Satriani enlisted Van Halen's techs to make his guitar playable 9/15/24

https://youtube.com/live/ugkL1xsjHSw When Joe Satriani was announced as part of Sammy Hagar’s Best Of All Worlds Tour – seen by many as the closest thing to a Van Halen tribute – he embarked on a lengthy journey to perfect his tone for the role. Satriani admitted his usual rig wasn’t up to the task, so he created a new setup to capture the essence of Eddie Van Halen’s iconic sound. This included collaborating with 3rd Power to develop a tube amp inspired by Eddie’s Marshall and modifying stock EVH Frankie guitars with speed knobs, Sustainer pickups, and other tweaks. As Satriani shared in Guitarist, these modifications were essential, as he initially struggled with the Frankenstein guitar, finding it nearly unplayable. “I tried seven Frankensteins and had to rely on the shop owner’s advice on how they sounded. The one that works for me now didn’t sound great right out of the box.” When Joe Satriani first picked up the Frankenstein guitar, he found it "lifeless" and struggled to keep it in tune. It took him two weeks of constant adjustments to make it playable. To solve these issues, Satriani reached out to Eddie Van Halen's former guitar techs for advice on optimizing the design. They shared their techniques, like filing down specific parts, adjusting screws, and making tweaks to improve tuning stability. Taking creative liberties, Satriani adapted the guitar to his needs, even replacing the pickup with a Sustainiac to handle a variety of songs from Van Halen, Chickenfoot, and his own catalog. "I didn’t have time to switch guitars between songs, so I made each one work for multiple things," Satriani explained. Despite facing criticism from some fans for altering such an iconic instrument, Satriani embraced the challenge, even joking that Eddie might haunt him for it. His modifications paid off, and he’s now confidently playing Eddie’s parts on the Best Of All Worlds tour. To prepare, Satriani didn’t just revamp his gear—he also studied how other guitarists interpreted Eddie Van Halen's legendary style. “Exclusively Van Halen" is the ultimate destination for all things Van Halen. Step into the world of rock and roll legends as we delve deep into the history, music, and trivia surrounding one of the most iconic bands of all time. Join us as we explore Van Halen's storied career, from their electrifying performances to the making of their timeless hits. Get to know the band members, their inspirations, and the stories behind the songs that have rocked generations. But that's not all – tune in for exciting giveaways where you can win exclusive Van Halen merchandise and more. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just discovering the magic of Van Halen, this show promises to keep you entertained, informed, and rocking out from start to finish. Get ready to jump into the world of "Exclusively Van Halen" and experience the music like never before. We talk all things Van Halen! Striped Frankenstein Relic, RBW Guitar - http://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKk5jZ MXR EVH Phase 90 Eddie Van Halen Phase Pedal - http://sweetwater.sjv.io/oqJ1Je EVH Chorus - http://sweetwater.sjv.io/g1ae40 EVH 5150 Blue Channel OD Pedal http://sweetwater.sjv.io/R52N9a Please note : the above are affiliate links. #vanhalen #johnnybeaneTV #eddievanhalen #alexvanhalen #exclusivelyvanhalen #sammyhagar #joesatriani