Sire Larry Carlton L7V BK
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Sire Larry Carlton
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A "New Gen" That Modernizes Sire's Single-Cut DNA
The Sire L7V New Gen embraces the classic single-cut codes (elegant lines, glued neck, mahogany/maple combination) while adding concrete improvements in longevity and stability. Within the L7V range, this "New Gen" version stands out with stainless steel frets, locking tuners, and a reinforced jack plate. The Black finish paired with Gold hardware enhances its premium positioning, balancing tradition with modern demands.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
This electric guitar is particularly aimed at intermediate to advanced players seeking a P90 single-cut capable of expressiveness without sacrificing precision. Its short scale (24.75" / 629 mm) promotes a soft touch, natural vibrato, and comfortable string bends. It excels in blues, rock, indie, pop, and soul, offering excellent responsiveness to right-hand attack and volume/tone adjustments.
The Sound
The combination of mahogany (warmth, low mids, sustain) and maple (attack, definition, controlled brightness) provides a balanced and very musical sonic foundation. The Sire C Vintage P90s add a character "in between worlds": thicker and grittier than a traditional single coil, yet more open and biting than a humbucker. In bridge position, you get presence and bite for riffs and leads; in neck position, a velvety roundness ideal for soulful/jazz phrasing and singing blues; in the middle position, a very effective percussive clarity for rhythm playing. The Tune-O-Matic and stop bar combo optimizes intonation and stability, while the 2 volume / 2 tone configuration allows fine nuances and quick transitions between rhythm and solo.
Technical specifications
| Category | Single cut | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Left handed | No | Scalloped | Simple |
| Strings | Steel | ||
| Body | mahogany with maple top | Nut | Graph Tech Tusq XL, width 43 mm / 1.69" |
| Body Shape | Sire L-Style | Bridge | Sire Modern Tune-O-Matic |
| Finish | Black | Tailpiece | aluminum stop bar |
| Pickguard | ivory | Hardware Finish | gold |
| Neck | mahogany | Tuners | Sire Premium locking |
| Profile | C | Output Jack | reinforced |
| Construction | glued neck | Pickups | Sire C Vintage P90 set (neck and bridge) |
| Scale Length | 24.75" / 629 mm | Controls | 2 volumes, 2 tones |
| Fingerboard | ebony | Selector | 3-position switch |
| Radius | 12" / 305 mm | Knobs | "Gold Speed" |
| Frets | 22 Medium Jumbo 2.7 mm / 0.106" stainless steel | Model | Sire L7V New Gen |
| Inlays | white pearloid crowns | ||
Questions frequently asked
What styles are suitable for the Sire Larry Carlton L7V BK?
This single-cut with two Sire C Vintage P90 pickups suits blues, rock, indie, pop, and soul genres. The bridge position delivers cutting riffs, while the neck pickup favors rounder phrasing.
What sound do the P90 pickups of this guitar offer?
The Sire C Vintage P90s provide a thicker and grittier tone than a traditional single coil, with a wider openness than a humbucker. The 3-way selector accesses the neck pickup, bridge pickup, and their combination.
Is the neck suitable for bends?
With a 24.75-inch (629 mm) scale length, the mahogany neck with a C profile promotes a smooth feel and comfortable string bends. The ebony fingerboard has a 12-inch (305 mm) radius and 22 Medium Jumbo stainless steel frets. The Graph Tech Tusq XL nut is 43 mm wide.
What are the New Gen improvements on the L7V?
This version features stainless steel frets, Sire Premium locking tuners, and a reinforced jack output. These elements contribute to tuning stability and durability in high-stress areas.
What controls and bridge are equipped on this model?
The wiring includes two volume controls, two tone controls, and a 3-way selector switch. The Sire Modern Tune-O-Matic bridge is paired with an aluminum stop bar.
