Sterling by Music Man Richardson 7 Pearl White
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Sterling by Music Man
Richardson 7 Pearl White
Product Info
Article Number:
585138
Brand:
Sterling by Music Man
Model:
Richardson 7 Pearl White
Category:
7 String Guitars
Price:
$1,395.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Richardson 7 is a seriously impressive instrument for the price. The roasted maple neck and those JR pickups give you a modern, versatile sound with plenty of growl, and the build quality feels surprisingly premium. It's a fantastic option for gigging musicians or aspiring virtuosos looking for a 7-string without the high-end price tag.
Product Description
- Sterling by Music Man Richardson 7 Pearl White
- 7-String Electric Guitar
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: white dot
- Fingerboard radius: 400 mm (16")
- Nut width: 49.5 mm (1.95")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- 24 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 Sterling by Music Man designed JR humbuckers
- 1 Volume control with push/pull-function for volume boost
- Tone control with push/pull function for coil split
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Modern tremolo bridge
- Locking machine heads
- Original strings: Ernie Ball 2221 Regular Slinky
- Colour: Pearl White
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain
- • Roasted maple neck offers stability and a smooth, fast playing feel
- • JR humbuckers deliver a versatile range from thick rhythm to searing leads
- • Modern tremolo allows for expressive vibrato without tuning instability
CONS
- • Rosewood fingerboard may feel a bit dry for some players, requiring occasional conditioning
- • The bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the organic feel of a set-neck
- • Pearl White finish, while beautiful, can be a fingerprint magnet
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Sterling by Music Man JR Humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
24 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Modern Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The modern tremolo is designed to handle the increased string tension of a 7-string and generally stays in tune well, but extreme dives will still require some tuning adjustments.
They're in the mid-range output-wise, offering a balanced tone that leans towards a vintage-inspired character with a modern edge – not overly scooped or shrill.
Yes, the roasted maple neck has a satin finish, providing a smooth and fast playing experience without feeling sticky.
