Frankenstein Watch Wolfgang Van Halen Play "Eruption" on the Original Frankenstein in Newly Released Studio Footage Wolfgang released the footage – which was shot in 2015 – to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the recording of the iconic instrumental. Here’s Why Eddie Van Halen was a Guitar Gear Pioneer A master of technique and tone, the six-string innovator turned us on to the Strat ‘bucker and Floyd Rose. Wolfgang Van Halen Used the Original Frankenstein on Mammoth WVH's Debut Album "It’s kind of terrifying holding it," Wolfgang said of the legendary custom instrument. Get The Pick NewsletterAll the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MOST READ1Dickey Betts on dueling with Duane Allman, and composing Allman Brothers' biggest hit2All-star tribute to David Lindley, one of the greatest sidemen of all time, announced3“We all knew it was really good… The guitar playing is just amazing”: How Dickey Betts made “Ramblin’ Man”, triumphed over tragedy and led the Allman Brothers to their greatest success4Ritchie Blackmore on Steve Howe, Jimi Hendrix, classical influences and more5The Allman Brothers Band’s Dickey Betts has died at 80