Solar Guitars, renowned for its innovative designs and meticulous craftsmanship, continues to push the boundaries of performance with the upgraded Pyro Rojo. Handcrafted and finished at their Spanish facility, this guitar is a testament to the brand’s commitment to quality and innovation.
A Fiery Transformation:
The Pyro Rojo, a fan favorite, receives a significant upgrade with the integration of a Gotoh 1996 Big Brass Block Trem. This premium tremolo system offers enhanced stability and expressive whammy bar action, unlocking new sonic possibilities for players.
Enhanced Aesthetics and Playability
The three-piece roasted maple neck now boasts a stunning new Oil Finish. This meticulous process not only enhances the neck’s feel and resonance but also accentuates the unique grain patterns of the wood.
The Shou Sugi Ban Legacy
The Pyro Rojo’s distinctive aesthetic is born from the ancient art of Shou Sugi Ban – charring the wood to enhance its strength and create striking visual effects. The body and headstock undergo meticulous hand-burning, while the Solar logo is applied with a fiery brand stamp. This unique process culminates in a visually stunning and remarkably durable instrument.
A Symphony of High-Performance Components
The upgraded Pyro Rojo is a culmination of top-tier components.
- Locking Tuners: Ensure rock-solid tuning stability for demanding performances.
- Gotoh 1996T Tremolo: Delivers exceptional tuning stability and expressive whammy bar action.
- High-Output Pickups: A combination of a new Solar Modern Bridge Pickup and a Duncan Solar Dual Rail Neck Pickup delivers powerful, articulate tones for a wide range of playing styles.
- Smooth and Responsive Controls: Volume and tone control with push-pull series/parallel switching provide maximum tonal versatility.
- Premium Hardware: Switchcraft jack and copper shielding ensure pristine signal integrity.
Unparalleled Craftsmanship
Each Pyro Rojo undergoes meticulous assembly and setup by experienced luthiers in Spain. The guitar arrives ready for immediate stage or studio use, complete with an MCAS custom-fitted ABS molded TSA flight-ready case and a Certificate of Authenticity hand-signed by Ola Englund and the assembling luthier.
Key Features
- Swamp Ash Body
- Roasted Maple 3pc Oil Finished Neck
- Stainless Steel Jumbo Frets
- Luminlay Side Markers
- Locking Tuners
- Gotoh 1996 with Big Brass Block Trem
- New Solar Modern Bridge Pickup
- Duncan Solar Dual Rail Neck Pickup
- Volume/Tone Push-Pull Series/Parallel pots
- 5-way selector
- MCAS Molded Hardshell Case
- Signed Certificate of Authenticity
Guitar Bomb Verdict
The upgraded Pyro Rojo is a testament to Solar Guitars’ relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence. This guitar is poised to ignite stages worldwide with its stunning aesthetics and exceptional playability.
It follows the recent AB6BCM European Master Series, which is also a very high-spec model, and it seems Ola Englund is pushing his guitar company further before the end of the year with quality releases.
MSRP – $1699
