While many rock guitarists are often called ‘lightning-fingered’, Wang Hongbin truly embodies that essence with his unique talent.
He is a member of a ten-piece ensemble that dons ferroalloy metal suits and stands atop powerful Tesla coil transformers, generating electric bolts that flash in sync with the music during performances.
After constructing his first Tesla coil at his home near Fuzhou in Fujian province, China, this engineer founded the group Lightningfan.
The invention of the Tesla coil dates back to 1891, designed as a transformer that generates high voltages at elevated frequencies – the origin of the spectacular ‘lightning bolts’ of electricity captured by the surrounding apparatus.
To prevent electrocution, the band members wear specially modified suits. By connecting their instruments to the system, the electric bolts synchronize with the music, creating an impressive light show.
