Kiesel's Vader launched in 2015 as a headless, neck-through platform available with short lead times and deep customization. The V7 variant covers extended-range needs with multi-scale options, chambered bodies, and Kiesel's in-house lithium or beryllium pickups.
- Introduced: 2015 (Kiesel's first headless model)
- Signature traits: Neck-through headless design, optional multi-scale, direct-mount pickups
- Notable players: Chris Letchford, Aaron Marshall, Sophia Juilliard