Solar Guitars VAR1.6FRVC+
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Solar Guitars
VAR1.6FRVC+
Product Info
Article Number:
616772
Brand:
Solar Guitars
Model:
VAR1.6FRVC+
Category:
Heavy Guitars
Price:
$1,538.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The VAR1.6FRVC+ is a seriously well-built instrument. That maple/ebony neck feels fantastic, and the Duncan Solar+ pickups deliver a modern, aggressive tone perfect for metal and progressive rock. This is a fantastic option for players seeking a high-performance shred machine without the premium price tag of some boutique brands.
Product Description
- Solar Guitars VAR1.6FRVC+
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Alder
- Set neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Solar logo fingerboard inlay in the 12th fret
- Neck profile: C
- Fingerboard radius: 350 mm (13.78")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Locking nut
- 24 Stainless steel frets
- Pickup: 2 Duncan Solar+ (neck and bridge) humbuckers
- Volume control
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo
- Solar locking machine heads
- Black hardware
- Strings: .009 - .046
- Colour: Vacillator
- Includes case
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain
- • Maple/Ebony neck provides a snappy feel and clear upper-midrange articulation
- • Duncan Solar+ pickups offer high-output, articulate crunch and clarity
- • Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo allows for extreme dive bombs and stable tuning
CONS
- • The Vacillator finish, while striking, can be prone to fingerprints and smudging
- • At around 8.5 lbs, it’s a substantial instrument and may be fatiguing for some players
- • The 3-way switch limits tonal flexibility compared to coil-splitting options
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Duncan Solar+ Humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
24 Stainless Steel
Bridge
Floyd Rose 1000
Weight
8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'C' profile is more substantial than a typical Ibanez Wizard, offering a bit more grip and a less extreme feel – a good middle ground for comfortable speed.
Absolutely; they’re very well-engineered and provide excellent tuning stability, even with aggressive whammy bar dives.
The fingerboard has a thin, durable factory finish which provides a smooth playing surface and protects the wood.
