Solar Guitars V2.6C

Solar Guitars V2.6C review

The Solar Guitars V2.6C is a black, V-style electric guitar built around a mahogany body, a maple neck, and two Seymour Duncan Solar humbuckers. It has a 647 mm scale length, 24 super jumbo frets, and a fixed bridge configuration, with no tremolo listed. The model has been available since May 2019 and comes with a gig bag. Its listed price is 855, though the supplied information does not specify a currency.

The design is aimed squarely at players who want a sharp-looking guitar for heavier styles without a complicated feature set. Player reports generally praise the finish, setup, and feel, while also pointing out a few practical details that come with a V-shaped instrument. Those comments describe individual guitars and preferences, rather than guaranteeing the same setup or experience for every buyer.

Build and finish

The V2.6C has a mahogany body with no separate top listed. Its matte Carbon Black finish gives the angular outline a restrained look. Several owners describe the finish and construction as clean, with no obvious paint issues, protruding fret ends, or fretboard problems on their instruments. One reviewer did report small marks where polish appeared to be missing. That feedback is worth keeping in perspective: the reports are largely positive, but they do not establish that every unit will arrive in identical condition.

The supplied specifications conflict on the fingerboard wood. One entry lists ebony, while another lists rosewood. That difference is significant enough that buyers should confirm the exact specification with the seller before ordering, rather than relying on either entry alone.

Neck, frets, and ergonomics

The maple neck has a C profile and a 43 mm nut width. The 647 mm scale length is paired with 24 super jumbo frets, which players say make upper-register notes accessible. Several owners found the neck comfortable for fast riffing and lead work, and some described the guitar as ready to play after only minor setup adjustments. Individual setup varies, however. One owner needed to lower the action, and another adjusted the neck relief and intonation after changing strings.

The V body can work well in a seated playing position, where its shape encourages a classical-style guitar posture. Some players find that position easier on the wrists, and report that the instrument stays comfortably placed when standing. There are qualifications: the pointed body ends need care around furniture and other guitars, and one owner noticed some neck dive. Another reported no neck dive, so balance may depend on the strap, playing position, and the player's expectations. The output jack placement drew positive comments, though one player still found seated use slightly uncomfortable.

Pickups and sound

The guitar is equipped with two passive Seymour Duncan Solar humbuckers. Owners describe them as articulate under high gain, with enough output for heavy tones and a sound they consider adjustable across different settings. One player who was used to active pickups found the lower output more responsive to changes in gain. Other comments praise the pickup balance and the ability to bring out pinch harmonics. Those are subjective impressions, and the pickups will respond differently depending on the amplifier, effects, and playing style.

Some player feedback mentions coil splitting, but that feature is not confirmed in the supplied specification list. Check the controls on the specific instrument or ask the seller if coil-split operation matters to you. The listed specifications do confirm that the pickups are not active.

Hardware and included bag

Solar-branded tuning machines have an 18:1 gear ratio. One owner found their positioning inconvenient and the tuners close together, while another reported that the guitar stayed in tune well. The nut is listed as PPS, with a 43 mm width. A player noted that the low E string produced an unusual sound during palm muting and adjusted the nut, so buyers who hear a similar issue may want a setup check.

A gig bag is included, although a hard case is not. Owners were particularly enthusiastic about the bag's sturdiness and its protection for the V-shaped body tips. It is a useful part of the package, especially for transport, but it should not be mistaken for a hard case.

Verdict

The Solar Guitars V2.6C earns its strongest praise for its striking V shape, comfortable neck, accessible upper frets, and versatile-sounding passive humbuckers. Feedback suggests that many examples arrive well finished and need little setup, though setup quality and balance are not universal. Before buying, verify the conflicting fingerboard specification and whether coil splitting is present on the exact unit. For a player looking for a straightforward V-style guitar with a gig bag included, the V2.6C has a compelling set of reported strengths, along with the usual handling considerations of an angular body.