Solar Guitars SBR1.7FRQOB Sustainiac+
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Solar Guitars
SBR1.7FRQOB Sustainiac+
Product Info
Article Number:
607778
Brand:
Solar Guitars
Model:
SBR1.7FRQOB Sustainiac+
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$1,538.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Solar SBR1.7FRQOB is a serious instrument for the modern player. The combination of the Duncan Solar+ bridge pickup and Sustainiac neck pickup opens up a world of sonic possibilities, while the comfortable C-shape neck and quality hardware make it a joy to play. It's a great choice for progressive rock, metal, and anyone who wants a versatile 7-string with sustain for days.
Product Description
- Solar Guitars SBR1.7FRQOB Sustainiac+
- 7-String Electric Guitar
- Body: Alder
- Top: Quilted maple
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Fingerboard inlays: Solar logo at 12th fret
- Side markings: Fluorescent Luminlay dots
- Neck profile: C-Shape
- Fingerboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- 24 Super Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Nut: PPS
- Pickups: Duncan Solar+ (Plus) (bridge) and Sustainiac Stealth Pro (neck) humbucker
- Volume controls
- Tone control with push/pull function for coil cut
- 3-Way switch
- Sustainiac On/Off switch
- Sustainiac octave switch
- Tremolo: Gotoh GE1996T with 33 mm brass block
- Machine heads: Solar 18:1 Locking
- Black hardware
- Strings: Black Smith 0952 Nano Carbon Coated
- Colour: Quilted Ocean Blue Gloss
PROS
- • Alder/Quilted Maple combo delivers a balanced, resonant, and visually striking tone.
- • Duncan Solar+ pickups provide high-output, articulate tones suitable for modern styles.
- • Sustainiac Stealth Pro neck pickup unlocks incredible, controlled infinite sustain possibilities.
- • Gotoh GE1996T tremolo with brass block enhances sustain and tuning stability.
CONS
- • Ebony fingerboard, while smooth, might be a bit too slick for some players’ preference.
- • 7-string scale can be a steep learning curve for players accustomed to 6-string instruments.
- • The overall package, while feature-rich, sits at a premium-priced point for many.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder with Quilted Maple Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Duncan Solar+ (bridge) and Sustainiac Stealth Pro (neck) humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
24 Super Jumbo Stainless Steel
Bridge
Gotoh GE1996T with 33 mm Brass Block
Weight
Approximately 4.8 kg (10.6 lbs) - typical for a 7-string with tremolo
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Sustainiac adds a unique, warm resonance to the neck pickup without significantly impacting the overall volume; it’s more about enhancing sustain and adding harmonic complexity.
The Luminlay side dots are helpful, but not intensely bright; they’ll provide some visibility in low-light conditions, but aren’t a substitute for stage lighting.
The GE1996T is a well-regarded tremolo, offering smooth action and good tuning stability; it’s a step above many entry-level options and holds up well against similarly priced alternatives.
