Larry Carlton L7 CAR New Gen

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Larry Carlton L7 CAR New Gen

Larry Carlton

L7 CAR New Gen

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 611202
Model: L7 CAR New Gen
Price: $823.90

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This Larry Carlton L7 CAR is a seriously cool guitar, built for players who love that vintage Gibson vibe without the premium price tag. The neck profile is comfortable, the pickups have a really sweet, responsive character, and the coil-splitting gives you a surprising amount of tonal flexibility. It's a great option for blues, rock, and even some jazz players looking for a workhorse instrument.

Product Description

  • Larry Carlton L7 CAR New Gen
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Top: Maple
  • Set neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • White pearloid crown fingerboard inlays
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
  • Graphtech Tusq XL nut
  • 22 medium jumbo frets
  • Pickups: 2 LC Vintage-2 humbuckers
  • Two volume controls
  • Two tone controls with push/pull function for coil split
  • 3-way toggle switch
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Candy Apple Red
PROS
  • • Mahogany body provides a warm, resonant foundation for a classic tone.
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers exceptional clarity and a smooth playing experience.
  • • LC Vintage-2 humbuckers deliver a versatile range, from bluesy crunch to fat cleans.
  • • Push/pull coil splitting unlocks single-coil tones, expanding sonic possibilities.
CONS
  • • Mahogany construction may result in a slightly heavier feel for some players.
  • • Candy Apple Red finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints and smudges.
  • • 24.75 in scale length isn't ideal for players preferring a longer scale length.

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups 2 LC Vintage-2 Humbuckers
Scale Length 629 mm (24.75 in)
Frets 22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge Chrome Tune-o-Matic
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a modern carve, slightly thinner than a true '59, but retains a comfortable feel and excellent access to the higher frets.
They’re designed to capture the essence of vintage PAF humbuckers—balanced output with a focus on clarity and warmth, not overly aggressive.
Yes, the fit and finish are very good for the price point; the neck set is clean, and the hardware feels solid and reliable.

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