Solar Guitars A1.6FDPB-FF Flame Purple Burst

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Solar Guitars A1.6FDPB-FF Flame Purple Burst

Solar Guitars

A1.6FDPB-FF Flame Purple Burst

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 616764
Model: A1.6FDPB-FF Flame Purple Burst
Price: $1,318.90

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The A1.6FDPB-FF is a seriously impressive instrument for the money. The fan fret design really opens up the sonic possibilities, and the roasted maple neck feels fantastic. It's a great choice for players who want a modern, versatile sound with a touch of visual flair, especially those venturing into progressive rock or metal.

Product Description

  • Solar Guitars A1.6FDPB-FF Flame Purple Burst
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Top: Flamed maple
  • Set 3-piece neck: Roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Roasted maple
  • Neck profile: C Solar
  • Fluorescent Luminlay Dot side markers and Solar logo fingerboard inlay in the 12th fret
  • Multiscale scale length: 629 - 660 mm (24.75" - 26")
  • Fingerboard radius: 350 mm (13.78")
  • Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
  • PPS nut
  • 24 Stainless steel frets
  • Pickup: 2 Solar-FF Humbucker (neck and bridge)
  • Controls: Volume and tone
  • 5-way switch
  • Hipshot bridge
  • Solar locking machine heads
  • Black hardware
  • Strings: .011 - .052
  • Colour: Flame Deep Purple Burst matt
PROS
  • • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and feel.
  • • Flamed maple top adds stunning aesthetics and a touch of clarity.
  • • Solar-FF humbuckers deliver a powerful, articulate, modern tone.
  • • Hipshot bridge offers excellent tuning stability and sustain.
CONS
  • • The fan fret design may require a short adjustment period for some players.
  • • Mahogany body can contribute to a heavier overall instrument.
  • • The single tone control limits tonal shaping versatility.

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany with Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Roasted Maple
Pickups Solar-FF Humbuckers
Scale Length 629 - 660 mm (24.75in - 26in)
Frets 24 Stainless Steel
Bridge Hipshot
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs - based on similar models)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The varying scale lengths can feel unusual initially, but it allows for improved string tension consistency and a wider range of tunings.
They hold their own remarkably well – expect a high-output, articulate sound with good clarity and a modern edge, similar to some Seymour Duncan or DiMarzio models.
The 'C Solar' profile is generally considered medium-thin and comfortable, but the 43mm nut width might feel slightly wider than some players are used to.

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