Designed in collaboration with the renowned guitarist and composer Rabea Massaad, the Ernie Ball Music Man Rabea Massaad Signature Prototype is a striking blend of innovation and artistry. This solid body electric guitar is crafted for musicians seeking sonic versatility and effortless playability. Its lightweight alder body is complemented by a stunning flamed maple top, and the modified Sabre shape offers a recessed lower horn, providing superior access to upper frets.

The custom neck carve of the roasted bird’s-eye maple neck starts with a thicker profile near the nut, gradually tapering to a slimmer feel as you ascend the ebony fingerboard — perfect for both expressive solos and intricate chord voicings. The guitar features 22 stainless steel frets, ensuring durability and minimal wear over time. Glow-in-the-dark side dot markers are a thoughtful addition, aiding navigation during live performances under dim lighting.

Under the hood, this signature model is equipped with Rabea Massaad's signature Bare Knuckle Silo humbuckers. These pickups deliver a bombshell blast of humbucking tones that range from warm, full-bodied cleans to aggressive, distortion-laden growls. The 5-way pickup selector, coupled with push-push split-coil electronics, offers an expansive tonal palette, allowing musicians to switch effortlessly from humbucker to single-coil tones.

Completing the package, a vintage-style Music Man tremolo and Schaller locking tuners ensure stable tuning and easy string changes, making the Rabea Massaad Signature Prototype a reliable and inspiring choice for any guitarist.

Key Features:

• Lightweight alder body with flamed maple top for clarity and aesthetics
• Custom neck carve with glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
• 22 stainless steel frets and ebony fingerboard
• Bare Knuckle Silo humbuckers for versatile tones
• 5-way pickup selector with push-push split-coil options
• Vintage-style Music Man tremolo and Schaller locking tuners

Product specs

FAQs

What kind of tones can I expect from the Bare Knuckle Rabea Massaad Silo Humbuckers?

The Bare Knuckle Rabea Massaad Silo Humbuckers offer a versatile tonal range with a focus on clarity and punch, suitable for heavy rock and metal genres. They provide a balanced sound with strong mids and articulate highs, making them ideal for both rhythm and lead playing.

Is the Ernie Ball Music Man Rabea Massaad Signature Prototype suitable for advanced players?

Yes, this guitar is well-suited for advanced players due to its high-quality construction, versatile electronics, and professional-grade components like the Schaller locking tuners and stainless steel frets, offering reliability and precision for demanding performances.

How does the push/pull coil-split feature work on this guitar?

The push/pull coil-split feature allows you to split the humbuckers into single-coil pickups, providing additional tonal options. This feature is activated by pulling up the tone knob, enabling a brighter, more traditional single-coil sound.

What is the neck profile like on the Rabea Massaad Signature Prototype?

The neck of the Rabea Massaad Signature Prototype is crafted from roasted Birdseye Maple and features a comfortable 10" radius, offering a smooth playing experience with easy access to all 22 stainless steel frets.

Does the Ernie Ball Music Man Rabea Massaad Signature Prototype come with a case?

Yes, this guitar comes with a softshell case, providing protection and convenience for transport and storage.