Solar Guitars A1.6TBOP

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Solar Guitars A1.6TBOP

Solar Guitars

A1.6TBOP

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 610357
Model: A1.6TBOP
Price: $1,538.90

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The A1.6TBOP is a seriously impressive instrument. The Evertune system is a game-changer for stability, and the Duncan Solar pickups deliver a modern, aggressive tone that cuts through a mix. This is a great choice for players who want a high-performance guitar without the premium price tag of some boutique brands.

Product Description

  • Solar Guitars A1.6TBOP
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Ash
  • Set-in neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Solar Logo fingerboard inlay at 12th fret
  • Fluorescent Luminlay side markers (dots)
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fingerboard radius: 350 mm (13.78")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
  • PPS nut
  • 24 Super Jumbo stainless steel frets
  • Pickup: 2 Duncan Solar Humbucker (birdge and neck)
  • Volume and tone control
  • 5-Way switch
  • Evertune F-Type Constant-Tension bridge: a fully mechanical system that keeps the guitar in tune
  • Solar locking machine heads
  • Black hardware
  • Strings: .009 - .046
  • Finish: open-pore
  • Colour: Tri-burst matt
PROS
  • • Ash body provides a resonant, articulate tone with a tight low end
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers exceptional clarity and a smooth playing experience
  • • Duncan Solar humbuckers deliver a powerful, modern high-output sound
  • • Evertune bridge guarantees stable tuning, even with aggressive playing
CONS
  • • The matt finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can feel slightly less refined than gloss finishes
  • • The Super Jumbo frets might be a bit much for players with smaller hands or a lighter touch
  • • Ash bodies can be somewhat prone to finish checking with age and temperature fluctuations

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Key Features

Body Material Ash
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups Duncan Solar Humbuckers
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets 24 Super Jumbo Stainless Steel
Bridge Evertune F-Type Constant-Tension
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It introduces a slight resistance initially, but once you overcome that, bending feels very similar to a traditional bridge – just with significantly improved tuning stability.
They're surprisingly effective; they provide a clear visual guide without being overly distracting, though extremely low-light conditions might still require some adjustment.
It's a more modern 'C' – slightly thinner and flatter than a vintage Fender profile, offering a faster feel for technical playing.

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