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Larry Carlton S7 SG 2nd Gen

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Larry Carlton S7 SG 2nd Gen

Larry Carlton

S7 SG 2nd Gen

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 487426
Brand: Larry Carlton
Model: S7 SG 2nd Gen
Category: ST Style Guitars
Price: $548.90

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This S7 SG 2nd Gen is a seriously cool instrument, clearly inspired by Larry Carlton's signature sound. The roasted maple neck feels fantastic, and that Zebra humbucker delivers a warm, creamy tone perfect for blues, jazz, and classic rock. It's an affordable way to get a taste of that iconic Carlton vibe.

Product Description

  • Larry Carlton S7 SG 2nd Gen
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Alder
  • Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: roasted maple
  • Abalone Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Fretboard radius: 241 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Bone nut
  • 22 Medium jumbo frets
  • Pickups: S7 Zebra humbucker (bridge) and 2 S7 single coils (middle
  • neck)
  • 1 Volume and 1 tone control with push/pull function for coil split
  • 5-Way switch
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • S7 2-Post Tremolo (steel block and stainless saddle)
  • Sire Premium locking machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Sherwood Green
PROS
  • • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and feel.
  • • S7 Zebra humbucker delivers a thick, articulate Carlton signature tone.
  • • 2-Post tremolo offers smooth vibrato without tuning instability.
  • • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant foundation for the instrument.
CONS
  • • Sherwood Green finish might not appeal to all players’ aesthetic preferences.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the sustain of a set-neck.
  • • Coil splitting, while functional, might not offer truly convincing single-coil tones.

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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 (25.5 in)
Frets 22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge S7 2-Post Tremolo (steel block, stainless saddle)
Weight Approximately 8 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's not a high-output screamer; it’s designed for clarity and warmth, focusing on Carlton’s signature smooth, articulate tone rather than raw aggression.
The 2-Post tremolo with stainless steel saddles is surprisingly stable and well-dampened, allowing for expressive vibrato without significant tuning issues.
Yes, the roasting process stabilizes the wood, making it more resistant to humidity changes and resulting in a smoother, more consistent feel under the hand.

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