Marcus Siepen has been a defining figure in the German metal scene since the mid-1980s as the rhythm guitarist for Blind Guardian. Marcus has been a vital part of the band’s evolution into one of the most revered metal groups in the world. With his precise playing and melodic sensibilities, Siepen has contributed to Blind Guardian’s distinctive sound, which blends epic storytelling with intricate guitar work. Marcus has been field testing a prototype of his signature for over the last year and today Solar Guitars is thrilled to unveil the S1.6MS Marcus Siepen Signature Model. Marcus adds, “I got the prototype about a year ago and it has been my main ever since.”
The guitar is designed to meet Marcus’s specific needs for powerful yet harmonious tones that capture the essence of Blind Guardian’s music. It features a Fishman Fluence pickup combination for a robust sound that cuts through any mix and an Evertune bridge to ensure perfect tunability. Marcus comments regarding the Evertune Bridge; “It’s a game changer for live playing and also in the studio… Just grab this guitar and play a 2 hour show without worrying about the tuning…”
S1.6 ET Limited Edition QOB
When I saw the Solar S1.6 ETQ LTD I immediately knew I just had to get this guitar. The playability and the build quality are just perfect, soundwise it can do absolutely anything, from roaring high gain to pristine cleans, it just doesn’t go out of tune and the glow in the dark side dots can be life saving on stage. Did I mention it looks amazing? To me this is the ideal version of a modern guitar.
