The Sire Larry Carlton S7 HSS Left Handed in Fiesta Red is a versatile S-style electric guitar designed around classic ergonomics, modern playability and the broader tonal range of an HSS pickup configuration.

Developed in collaboration with legendary guitarist Larry Carlton, the S7 combines an alder body, bolt-on maple neck and 25.5" scale with two single coils and a bridge humbucker, making it equally capable of clean rhythm work, blues, pop, rock and more driven sounds.

This particular Pre-Owned example has also received several significant upgrades, including a Wilkinson tremolo, 10-way pickup switching system, Gotoh tuners and a new white pearloid pickguard.

It is in Very Good condition, weighs an actual 7.84 lbs, and is supplied without a case.

AT A GLANCE

Detail	Specification
Brand	Sire
Model	Larry Carlton S7 HSS
Orientation	Left Handed
Finish	Fiesta Red
Pickup Layout	HSS
Weight	7.84 lbs
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned
Upgrades	Wilkinson Trem, 10-Way Switch, Gotoh Tuners, Pearloid Pickguard
Case	Not Included

PRE-OWNED CONDITION REPORT

This is a Pre-Owned Sire Larry Carlton S7 HSS Left Handed in Very Good condition.

The Very Good condition grade reflects a guitar that has been well looked after overall while showing the light signs of previous use expected from a Pre-Owned instrument.

This guitar has been upgraded with:

• Wilkinson tremolo system

• 10-way pickup switching

• Gotoh machine heads

• New white pearloid pickguard

This individual guitar weighs 7.84 lbs.

No case is included.

KEY FEATURES

• Left-handed Sire Larry Carlton S7 HSS

• Fiesta Red finish

• Alder body

• Bolt-on maple neck

• S-style double-cutaway body

• 25.5" scale length

• 22-fret layout

• HSS pickup configuration

• Two single-coil pickups

• Bridge humbucker

• Upgraded 10-way switching

• Wilkinson tremolo upgrade

• Gotoh tuner upgrade

• New white pearloid pickguard

• Passive electronics

• Actual measured weight of 7.84 lbs

• Very Good Pre-Owned condition

• No case included

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

The S7 is already designed as a versatile modern S-style guitar, but the upgrades fitted to this particular example make it considerably more individual.

The HSS pickup layout combines the clarity and articulation of single coils with the additional output and fullness of a bridge humbucker, while the 10-way switching system expands the number of available pickup combinations beyond a conventional 5-way setup.

The Wilkinson tremolo and Gotoh tuners further enhance the hardware specification, while the fresh white pearloid pickguard gives the Fiesta Red finish a distinctive customised appearance.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

Alder S-Style Body

The alder body provides a familiar, balanced foundation with clear mids and enough low-end weight to work across clean and overdriven sounds.

Fiesta Red Finish

The Fiesta Red finish gives the guitar a classic S-style appearance, while the replacement white pearloid pickguard adds a more distinctive customised look.

Maple Neck

The bolt-on maple neck provides a direct and responsive playing feel and complements the traditional S-style construction.

25.5" Scale Length

The familiar 25.5" scale length provides clear string tension and strong note definition, particularly useful for clean rhythm playing, bends and articulate lead work.

HSS Pickup Configuration

The HSS arrangement provides two single-coil voices alongside a more powerful bridge humbucker.

This gives the guitar considerably broader tonal flexibility than a traditional three-single-coil setup.

10-Way Switching Upgrade

A 10-way pickup switching system has been fitted in place of a conventional 5-way arrangement.

This expands the number of available pickup combinations and gives the guitar additional tonal options beyond the standard HSS layout.

Wilkinson Tremolo Upgrade

The original bridge has been replaced with a Wilkinson tremolo, providing smooth pitch control for subtle vibrato, chord shimmer and more expressive tremolo techniques.

Gotoh Tuners

The guitar has been upgraded with Gotoh machine heads, a well-regarded hardware choice known for precise and dependable tuning adjustment.

White Pearloid Pickguard

A new white pearloid pickguard has been fitted, giving the Fiesta Red body a more decorative and individual appearance.

7.84 lbs Actual Weight

This individual guitar weighs 7.84 lbs, providing an accurate indication of how this particular example will feel on a strap.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Sire Larry Carlton S7 HSS Left Handed is particularly well suited to left-handed players who want one versatile S-style guitar capable of covering clean, blues, pop, rock and higher-gain sounds.

This modified example may be especially appealing to players who appreciate upgraded hardware and expanded switching rather than requiring a completely factory-standard instrument.

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The S7 HSS works well for blues, rock, pop, funk, indie, alternative, fusion and general live or studio playing.

The neck and middle single coils provide brighter and more articulate tones, while the bridge humbucker adds thickness and output for distorted rhythm and lead sounds.

The upgraded switching system further expands the range available from the existing pickups.

HOW IT COMPARES

HSS vs Traditional SSS

A traditional SSS guitar provides three single-coil sounds, while the HSS configuration replaces the bridge single coil with a humbucker for greater output, thickness and hum cancellation.

Modified S7 vs Standard S7

A standard S7 uses its original tremolo, tuners, pickguard and conventional switching arrangement.

This particular guitar has been fitted with a Wilkinson tremolo, Gotoh tuners, 10-way switch and white pearloid pickguard, giving it a significantly more customised specification.

10-Way vs 5-Way Switching

A conventional 5-way switch provides five standard pickup combinations.

The upgraded 10-way system offers additional combinations, increasing the tonal flexibility available from the HSS pickup set.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	Sire
Artist	Larry Carlton
Model	S7 HSS
Orientation	Left Handed
Finish	Fiesta Red
Body Shape	S-Style Double Cutaway
Body Material	Alder
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Material	Maple
Scale Length	25.5"
Frets	22
Pickup Configuration	HSS
Neck Pickup	Single Coil
Middle Pickup	Single Coil
Bridge Pickup	Humbucker
Electronics	Passive
Switching	Upgraded 10-Way
Bridge	Upgraded Wilkinson Tremolo
Tuners	Upgraded Gotoh
Pickguard	New White Pearloid
Weight	7.84 lbs
Case	Not Included
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned

POWER REQUIREMENTS

None.

The Sire Larry Carlton S7 HSS uses passive electronics and requires no battery or external power supply.

FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Left-handed players wanting a versatile modern S-style guitar with an HSS pickup layout and several useful hardware and switching upgrades.

Customers usually upgrade from: Entry-level left-handed S-style guitars, basic HSS models and guitars with standard 5-way switching.

Most commonly paired with: Clean and valve-style amplifiers, overdrive, compression, distortion, delay, reverb and modulation effects.

Our tip: Spend time exploring the 10-way switch rather than treating it like a conventional 5-way selector. The additional combinations are one of the main advantages of this particular modified example.

Showroom feedback: The combination of Fiesta Red, white pearloid pickguard and upgraded hardware gives this S7 a distinctive appearance, while the expanded switching makes it considerably more flexible than a standard HSS guitar.

WHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

Buying a Pre-Owned Sire Larry Carlton S7 HSS Left Handed can provide excellent value for players looking for a highly versatile left-handed electric guitar.

This example is in Very Good condition, weighs 7.84 lbs, and has been upgraded with a Wilkinson tremolo, Gotoh tuners, 10-way switching and new white pearloid pickguard.

No case is included.

Fair Deal Music has decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging left-handed, Pre-Owned and vintage guitars.

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PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this Sire Larry Carlton S7 left handed?

Yes. This is a left-handed model.

Is it used?

Yes. It is a Pre-Owned guitar in Very Good condition.

What finish does it have?

It has a Fiesta Red finish.

What is the body made from?

The body is made from alder.

What is the neck made from?

It has a maple neck.

What is the scale length?

It uses a 25.5" scale length.

How many frets does it have?

It has 22 frets.

What pickup configuration does it have?

It uses an HSS configuration with two single coils and a bridge humbucker.

Has the switching been modified?

Yes. It has been fitted with a 10-way pickup switch.

What does the 10-way switch do?

It expands the number of available pickup combinations beyond those offered by a conventional 5-way selector.

Has the tremolo been upgraded?

Yes. A Wilkinson tremolo has been fitted.

Are the tuners original?

No. The guitar has been upgraded with Gotoh tuners.

Has the pickguard been changed?

Yes. A new white pearloid pickguard has been fitted.

Is the guitar active?

No. It uses passive electronics.

How much does this guitar weigh?

This individual guitar weighs 7.84 lbs.

Does it come with a case?

No. No case is included.

What condition is it in?

This example is in Very Good condition.

Is it suitable for rock?

Yes. The bridge humbucker makes it particularly useful for overdriven rock tones.

Is it suitable for clean playing?

Yes. The neck and middle single coils provide the brighter, clearer sounds associated with S-style guitars.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers guitars and a wide range of other musical equipment for part exchange.