Solar Guitars X1.6FRPN Canibalismo+

Solar Guitars X1.6FRPN Canibalismo+ review

The X1.6FRPN Canibalismo+ is a sharply styled electric guitar built around an alder body, a maple neck, and an ebony fingerboard. Its neon pink matte finish and X-style outline make it hard to mistake for a conventional double-cutaway guitar. The hardware and pickup layout, meanwhile, point to a practical design for players who want a locking tremolo and a pair of high-output humbuckers.

It was listed as available from October 2024, with an item number of 588940 and a stated price of 1,333. A case is included. Solar specifies a set-in maple neck, a C-shaped neck profile, a 629 mm (24.75-inch) scale, and a 350 mm (13.78-inch) fingerboard radius. The neck joint and short scale give it a different feel from a long-scale bolt-on guitar, while the broad radius supports a relatively flat playing surface.

Construction and playing feel

The alder body has no separate top, so the pink finish covers the guitar's main body surface without a contrasting wood cap. The matte neon pink Canibalismo finish is the visual centerpiece, offset by black hardware. A Solar logo inlay sits at the 12th fret. The listed fingerboard is ebony, and the detailed specifications describe 24 super-jumbo stainless-steel frets. One summary specification lists 22 frets, so buyers should confirm the fret count with the retailer before ordering.

One owner describes the guitar as feeling sturdy and secure, with a setup that needed little adjustment or tuning straight out of the box. That is useful real-world context, though any guitar's condition and setup can vary between individual instruments. The same owner found the body's upper horn longer than photographs suggest and noted that the body is cut away more deeply than a Strat-style guitar. When seated, the lower profile may feel less comfortable for players who rest their arm or lean on the guitar.

That shape is part of the instrument's character, but it is worth considering if most of your playing happens in a chair. The X outline is designed to be visually striking, not to mimic the balance or body contours of a familiar Strat-style instrument. If possible, try the guitar standing and seated before buying. Pay particular attention to where the body sits against your leg and how the long upper horn affects your reach to the higher frets.

Tremolo, pickups, and controls

The Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo is paired with a locking nut and Solar 18:1 locking tuners. This setup is intended to hold tuning through heavy tremolo use, although restringing and changing tunings generally take more effort than with a fixed bridge. The locking nut also means that fine-tuning adjustments are made at the bridge once the strings are clamped. Players who frequently switch tunings should factor that routine into their decision.

Two passive Seymour Duncan Solar+ humbuckers are fitted at the bridge and neck. There is one volume control and a three-way toggle switch, keeping the control layout direct. The available specifications do not provide output measurements or detailed tonal descriptions, so claims about exact frequency response would be guesswork. The owner feedback describes the sound positively, but does not identify particular amplifier settings or musical styles. Treat that as a favorable impression rather than a complete account of the pickup range.

The guitar ships with black Smith strings in.009 to.046 gauge, described as nano-carbon coated. That light-to-medium set should feel familiar to many players, but the Floyd Rose system can require careful setup if you change string gauge. A setup check after a gauge change is sensible, especially if you want the bridge to sit level and the guitar to return reliably to pitch.

What to weigh before buying

• Distinctive design: The matte neon pink finish and X-style body stand out, while the black hardware keeps the look consistent.
• Locking tremolo system: The Floyd Rose 1000, locking nut, and locking tuners suit players who use the tremolo regularly and are comfortable with its setup requirements.
• Included case: A case comes with the guitar; a separate bag is not listed.
• Ergonomic fit: The deep body cutaway and extended horn may feel unfamiliar, particularly when sitting.

The owner feedback compares its secure feel and value favorably with a USA Jackson SL2MG, and reports a good sound and an almost ready-to-play setup on arrival. That is one player's experience, not a guarantee of identical results for every buyer. Still, it supports the case for the Canibalismo+ as a well-equipped option at its stated price, particularly for someone drawn to its finish and Floyd Rose configuration.

Verdict

The Solar Guitars X1.6FRPN Canibalismo+ offers a focused package: an alder body, set-in maple neck, ebony fingerboard, two humbuckers, and a Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo with locking hardware. Its strongest appeal is the combination of distinctive styling and performance-oriented hardware. The main caveats are the specialized tremolo setup, the unconventional body shape, and the inconsistent fret-count information in the supplied specifications. Confirm the fret count and try the body shape if you can. For players who want this particular look and are comfortable maintaining a locking tremolo, the owner feedback points to a solid, good-sounding guitar that can arrive ready to play with minimal adjustment.