Soloking MS-1 Classic MKII with Roasted Neck and Rosewood FB - Candy Apple Red

A Modern Classic With Timeless Style

The Soloking MS-1 Classic MKII in Candy Apple Red with Roasted Maple Neck & Rosewood FB blends vintage-inspired S-style elegance with modern performance upgrades and premium tonewoods. With its roasted maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, stainless-steel frets, and versatile HSS Alnico pickup set, this model delivers smooth playability, articulate tone, and a striking stage-ready aesthetic. Finished with a matching headstock and tortoise pickguard, this model stands out as both a performer’s tool and a visual statement.

Premium Toneoods & Classic Aesthetics

·         American Alder body known for its balanced resonance, warm mids, and clarity

·         Candy Apple Red finish paired with a tortoise pickguard for a timeless, elegant look.

·         Extended back cutaway allows easier access to upper frets.

·         Contoured body provides maximum comfort and improved access to higher registers.

·         Matching painted headstock completes the premium visual theme.

Neck & Playability

·         Canadian Quartersawn Roasted Maple neck offers superior stability, feel, and tonal clarity.

·         Modern D profile provides smooth comfort for a wide range of playing styles.

·         Rosewood fingerboard with a 9.5" radius delivers a warm tone and familiar, comfortable surface.

·         22 Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets ensure durability, excellent bending feel, and precise intonation.

·         42.7 mm Graphtech Nubone XB nut enhances tuning stability and resonance.

·         Spoke-wheel truss rod adjustment allows easy, fast setup adjustments.

Electronics & Tonal Versatility

·         Soloking Custom HSS Alnico Pickup Set engineered for clarity, warmth, and versatility:
• Neck Single Coil: smooth, expressive, and open.
• Middle Single Coil: balanced, articulate, and dynamic.
• Bridge Humbucker (Chrome Covered): punchy, rich, and ideal for gain.

·         Mini Toggle Coil Split Switch unlocks true single-coil tones from the humbucker.

·         Intuitive control layout:

o    1 Volume

o    1 Tone

o    5-Way Switch

Perfect for blues, pop, worship, rock, and all-around session versatility.

Hardware & Reliability

·         Soloking Two-Point Modern Tremolo System with screw-in handle—smooth, expressive, and stable.

·         Soloking Custom Staggred Locking Tuners provide precise tuning and quick string changes.

·         Strung with Elixir strings for reliability and long-lasting tone.

Product Highlights at a Glance

Who It’s For

The MS-1 Classic MKII in Candy Apple Red with Roasted Maple Neck & Rosewood FB is ideal for players seeking a premium modern S-style guitar with vintage charm, versatile HSS tone, and smooth, reliable performance. Whether on stage, in the studio, or at home, this model delivers expressive tone, high comfort, and boutique attention to detail—making it a standout choice for musicians of all genres.