Larry Carlton S7 AWH 2nd Gen

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Larry Carlton S7 AWH 2nd Gen

Larry Carlton

S7 AWH 2nd Gen

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 559992
Model: S7 AWH 2nd Gen
Price: $525.80

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This Larry Carlton S7 is a fantastic option for players seeking a versatile, vintage-inspired tone at an affordable price point. The roasted maple neck and S7 pickups nail that warm, articulate sound Carlton is known for, while the modern tremolo keeps things contemporary. It's a great choice for blues, jazz, and classic rock players wanting a workhorse guitar.

Product Description

  • Larry Carlton S7 AWH 2nd Gen
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Alder
  • Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fingerboard: roasted maple
  • Fretboard radius: 241 mm
  • Fingerboard inlays: Abalone dots
  • Bone nut
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • 22 Medium jumbo frets
  • Pickguard: Tortoise
  • Pickups: S7 Zebra humbucker (bridge) and 2 S7 single coils (middle
  • neck)
  • Controls: Volume
  • Tone control with push/pull function for coil split
  • 5-Way switch
  • Sire Modern tremolo bridge (2 post type)
  • Sire Premium locking machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Antique White
PROS
  • • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and feel.
  • • S7 Zebra humbucker delivers thick, articulate Carlton-esque tones.
  • • Modern tremolo provides smooth vibrato without tuning instability.
  • • Tortoise pickguard adds a touch of vintage aesthetic charm.
CONS
  • • Alder body, while resonant, might lack the sustain of mahogany.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction impacts high-end sustain compared to set necks.
  • • Coil split functionality is useful, but limited tonal range overall.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Roasted Maple
Pickups S7 Zebra Humbucker (Bridge), S7 Single Coils (Middle, Neck)
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge Sire Modern Tremolo (2-Post)
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roasted maple is kiln-dried, resulting in increased stability, a smoother feel, and reduced moisture-related warping, which enhances playability.
The Sire Modern tremolo is designed to be relatively easy to use, with good return-to-pitch, but some practice is still recommended for consistent vibrato.
The S7 Zebra is voiced for a warmer, more rounded tone than many modern high-output pickups, emphasizing clarity and articulation – a signature Carlton characteristic.

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