Chapman Chris Robertson Signature SAR63 Semi Hollow Electric Guitar in Surf Green

The Chapman Chris Robertson Signature SAR63 is a sleek, semi hollow workhorse built to handle everything from glassy cleans to searing high gain, all while staying comfortable for long sets. Finished in eye catching Surf Green with gold hardware and amber binding, it is a modern rock machine that blends classic offset vibes with contemporary playability and the tones Chris relies on night after night.

At its heart, the SAR63 is a highly expressive instrument. The semi hollow alder body with carved maple top adds air and resonance to every note, while the custom voiced Wilkinson R Series humbuckers deliver punch, clarity and power. A roasted maple neck, jumbo stainless steel frets and locking hardware keep things feeling fast, smooth and rock solid, whether you are bending into big choruses or digging into intricate lead lines.

For Chris, this guitar is also a deeply personal tribute to his dad, the person who first inspired him to pick up the instrument. That sense of purpose runs through every detail, from the infinity inlay at the 12th fret to the carefully chosen electronics that make the SAR63 just as at home on stage as it is in the studio.

Semi Hollow Versatility and Character

The SAR63s alder body with carved maple top and F hole construction gives you the best of both worlds. You get the snap and focus of a solidbody, with added warmth, bloom and acoustic like resonance from the semi hollow design. Chords feel bigger, single notes sustain sweetly, and the guitar responds dynamically to your picking hand, making it ideal for expressive blues, rock and more ambient, open textures.

Fast, Comfortable Roasted Maple Neck

A roasted maple neck with a comfortable C profile, 350 mm radius and jumbo stainless steel frets makes the SAR63 feel instantly familiar yet performance ready. The roasting process enhances stability, helping the neck feel consistent across changing environments, while the smooth rosewood fretboard and low profile carve make wide bends, fast runs and complex chords feel effortless.

Powerful, Articulate Wilkinson R Series Pickups

The custom gold Wilkinson R Series humbuckers are voiced to cover everything from tight, articulate rhythm work to singing lead tones. With an Alnico V magnet set and carefully matched outputs, the bridge pickup hits hard without getting harsh, while the neck stays warm and clear. Coil split capability on the tone control unlocks brighter, single coil style sounds, giving you a wide palette of tones at the flick of a switch.

Stage Ready Hardware and Details

Locking tuners, a Chapman Hipshot style bridge and a dual action truss rod keep the SAR63 stable, precise and gig ready. Gold hardware and amber celluloid binding add a premium, vintage inspired aesthetic, while glow in the dark side dots ensure you can see your way around the neck on even the darkest stages. Every detail is geared towards reliability, playability and style.

• Semi Hollow Alder Body with Maple Carved Top - The combination of an alder body and carved maple top with F hole construction delivers a resonant, open tone with plenty of punch and clarity. You get added warmth and sustain compared to a traditional solidbody, making chords feel bigger and leads more expressive.
• Roasted Maple C Profile Neck with Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets - A roasted maple neck and rosewood fretboard provide a smooth, stable playing platform, while the C profile and jumbo stainless steel frets make bending, vibrato and fast passages feel effortless. Stainless frets also offer excellent durability for players who spend serious time on their instrument.
• Custom Wilkinson R Series HH Pickups with Coil Split - The SAR63s Wilkinson R Series humbuckers use Alnico V magnets and carefully tuned outputs for powerful, articulate tones. Engage the coil split on the tone control to access brighter, more single coil like sounds, giving you everything from thick rock crunch to sparkling cleans in one guitar.
• Premium Hardware with Locking Tuners and Glow In The Dark Side Dots - Gold locking tuners and a Chapman Hipshot style bridge provide solid tuning stability and precise intonation, ideal for aggressive playing and frequent string changes. Glow in the dark side dots make it easy to navigate the neck on dark stages, so you can focus on the performance.

Body

• Body Wood: Alder
• Top Wood: Maple carve with F hole
• Binding: Amber celluloid
• Finish: Surf Green

Neck

• Neck Wood: Roasted maple
• Fretboard Wood: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 647.7 mm / 25.5"
• Frets: 22 jumbo stainless steel
• Nut: Black TUSQ XL
• Nut Width: 42 mm
• Neck Width: 43 mm (1st fret), 52 mm (12th fret)
• Neck Thickness: 21 mm (1st fret), 22 mm (12th fret)
• Neck Radius: 350 mm / 13.78"
• Neck Profile: C
• Neck Joint: Bolt on
• Headstock Angle: 8 degrees
• Truss Rod: Dual action
• Fret Inlays: Infinity at 12th in gold pearloid
• Side Inlays: 2 mm glow in the dark
• Neck Binding: Amber celluloid

Hardware

• Hardware Colour: Gold
• Tuners: 6 in a line locking tuners
• Bridge: Chapman Hipshot style

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HH
• Bridge Pickup: SAR63 Wilkinson R Series
• Bridge Pickup Spec: 14.5K, Alnico V, custom gold, Caliber 7484
• Neck Pickup: SAR63 Wilkinson R Series
• Neck Pickup Spec: 9.75K, Alnico V, custom gold, Caliber 7484
• Controls: Volume, tone (with coil split)
• Pots: A500K (coil split on tone)
• Capacitor: Sprague Orange Drop 0.22 uF
• Treble Bleed: 0.002 uF capacitor and 1/4 resistor
• Switch: 3 way toggle