Larry Carlton S7 SG 2nd Gen
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Larry Carlton
S7 SG 2nd Gen
Product Info
Article Number:
487426
Brand:
Larry Carlton
Model:
S7 SG 2nd Gen
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
Product Video
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.
