Shelton Solar Arrow Light Aged Pelham Blue
Description
The Shelton Solar Arrow in Light Aged Pelham Blue is a refined, vintage-inspired instrument that blends classic aesthetics with modern precision and premium components. Its mahogany body delivers a rich, harmonically complex tonal foundation with a naturally warm midrange and excellent sustain. Finished in a beautifully executed Light Aged Pelham Blue nitrocellulose lacquer, the guitar exudes a broken-in character, with subtle aging that evokes decades of honest play while allowing the wood to resonate freely.
The mahogany neck is finished to match in Light Aged Pelham Blue nitro, creating a seamless visual flow from body to headstock. Shaped into a comfortable Medium Oval C profile, the neck offers a familiar, supportive feel that works effortlessly across a wide range of playing styles. With a 25.5" scale length and carefully refined dimensions—.835" at the 1st fret and .925" at the 12th—the Solar Arrow balances snap and clarity with a substantial, confidence-inspiring grip. The satin-smooth feel of the lightly aged nitro finish enhances playability without sacrificing vintage authenticity.
An ebony fingerboard adds clarity, articulation, and a sleek visual contrast against the Pelham Blue finish. Its 12" radius is ideal for expressive bends and smooth lead work, while remaining comfortable for chordal playing. The 22 JESCAR FW 47095 frets provide exceptional consistency, durability, and a precise feel under the fingers. A Tusq XL nut, cut to a 1.687" width, ensures excellent tuning stability and smooth string travel, complemented by factory-installed 10–46 strings for a balanced, responsive setup.
At the heart of the Solar Arrow’s voice is a pair of Lindy Fralin Pure PAF humbuckers, delivering authentic vintage output with exceptional clarity and dynamic response. The bridge pickup offers articulate bite and muscular midrange growl, while the neck pickup produces warm, open tones with depth and sweetness. A traditional 3-way Switchcraft selector provides intuitive access to bridge, parallel middle, and neck positions, while dedicated bridge and neck volume controls and a master tone allow for precise tonal shaping. High-quality Bourns potentiometers and a Sprague Orange Drop capacitor ensure smooth, musical control throughout the entire sweep.
Premium hardware completes the package, with a TonePros AVR2P-N Tune-o-matic bridge providing rock-solid intonation and enhanced sustain. Kluson Keystone vintage 6-in-line tuners offer classic styling with dependable tuning stability, while aged nickel hardware ties the entire aesthetic together. Gold 11 bonnet knobs and a 5-ply black pickguard add elegant contrast and a distinctly classic look. The Shelton Solar Arrow Light Aged Pelham Blue ships in a G&G Deluxe Hardshell Case, making it a stage-ready, studio-worthy instrument designed to inspire and perform at the highest level.
Other specs include:
Body Wood: Mahogany
Body Finish: Light Aged Pelham Blue Nitro
Neck Wood: Mahogany
Neck Finish: Light Aged Pelham Blue Nitro
Neck Shape: Medium Oval C
Scale Length: 25.5"
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Number of Frets: 22
Fret Size: JESCAR -- FW 47095
Nut Material: Tusq XL
Nut Width: 1.687”
Shape Dimensions: Tailored C: 1ST FRET=.835”/12TH FRET .925”
Bridge Pickup: Lindy Fralin Pure PAF
Neck Pickup: Lindy Fralin Pure PAF
Controls: Bridge Pickup Volume, Neck Pickup Volume, Master Tone
Switching: 3-Way Switch: Position 1: Bridge, Position 2: Bridge & Neck in Parallel, Position 3: Neck Pickup
Pots: (2) Bourns split shaft Potentiometers
Switch: (1) Switchcraft 3-way Switch
Jack: (1) Switchcraft 1/4" Mono Input Jack
Capacitor: (1) Sprague Orange Drop Capacitor
Bridge: Tone Pros AVR2P-N Tuneomatic
Tuning Machines: Kluson Keystone Vintage 6 in Line
Pickguard: 5-ply Black
Knobs: Gold 11 Bonnets
Hardware Finish: Aged Nickel
Strings 10-46
Case G&G Hardshell Deluxe Case
7 lbs 13 oz
#2621
For more information about the Solar Arrow, please contact us.
The mahogany neck is finished to match in Light Aged Pelham Blue nitro, creating a seamless visual flow from body to headstock. Shaped into a comfortable Medium Oval C profile, the neck offers a familiar, supportive feel that works effortlessly across a wide range of playing styles. With a 25.5" scale length and carefully refined dimensions—.835" at the 1st fret and .925" at the 12th—the Solar Arrow balances snap and clarity with a substantial, confidence-inspiring grip. The satin-smooth feel of the lightly aged nitro finish enhances playability without sacrificing vintage authenticity.
An ebony fingerboard adds clarity, articulation, and a sleek visual contrast against the Pelham Blue finish. Its 12" radius is ideal for expressive bends and smooth lead work, while remaining comfortable for chordal playing. The 22 JESCAR FW 47095 frets provide exceptional consistency, durability, and a precise feel under the fingers. A Tusq XL nut, cut to a 1.687" width, ensures excellent tuning stability and smooth string travel, complemented by factory-installed 10–46 strings for a balanced, responsive setup.
At the heart of the Solar Arrow’s voice is a pair of Lindy Fralin Pure PAF humbuckers, delivering authentic vintage output with exceptional clarity and dynamic response. The bridge pickup offers articulate bite and muscular midrange growl, while the neck pickup produces warm, open tones with depth and sweetness. A traditional 3-way Switchcraft selector provides intuitive access to bridge, parallel middle, and neck positions, while dedicated bridge and neck volume controls and a master tone allow for precise tonal shaping. High-quality Bourns potentiometers and a Sprague Orange Drop capacitor ensure smooth, musical control throughout the entire sweep.
Premium hardware completes the package, with a TonePros AVR2P-N Tune-o-matic bridge providing rock-solid intonation and enhanced sustain. Kluson Keystone vintage 6-in-line tuners offer classic styling with dependable tuning stability, while aged nickel hardware ties the entire aesthetic together. Gold 11 bonnet knobs and a 5-ply black pickguard add elegant contrast and a distinctly classic look. The Shelton Solar Arrow Light Aged Pelham Blue ships in a G&G Deluxe Hardshell Case, making it a stage-ready, studio-worthy instrument designed to inspire and perform at the highest level.
Other specs include:
Body Wood: Mahogany
Body Finish: Light Aged Pelham Blue Nitro
Neck Wood: Mahogany
Neck Finish: Light Aged Pelham Blue Nitro
Neck Shape: Medium Oval C
Scale Length: 25.5"
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Number of Frets: 22
Fret Size: JESCAR -- FW 47095
Nut Material: Tusq XL
Nut Width: 1.687”
Shape Dimensions: Tailored C: 1ST FRET=.835”/12TH FRET .925”
Bridge Pickup: Lindy Fralin Pure PAF
Neck Pickup: Lindy Fralin Pure PAF
Controls: Bridge Pickup Volume, Neck Pickup Volume, Master Tone
Switching: 3-Way Switch: Position 1: Bridge, Position 2: Bridge & Neck in Parallel, Position 3: Neck Pickup
Pots: (2) Bourns split shaft Potentiometers
Switch: (1) Switchcraft 3-way Switch
Jack: (1) Switchcraft 1/4" Mono Input Jack
Capacitor: (1) Sprague Orange Drop Capacitor
Bridge: Tone Pros AVR2P-N Tuneomatic
Tuning Machines: Kluson Keystone Vintage 6 in Line
Pickguard: 5-ply Black
Knobs: Gold 11 Bonnets
Hardware Finish: Aged Nickel
Strings 10-46
Case G&G Hardshell Deluxe Case
7 lbs 13 oz
#2621
For more information about the Solar Arrow, please contact us.