Electric guitars

Larry Carlton Q7 Tobacco Sunburst LH

The Larry Carlton Q7 Tobacco Sunburst LH pairs a left-handed double-cut design with two humbuckers, a five-way switch, and a Wilkinson tremolo. Its specifications offer a flexible setup, but no case or gig bag is included.

★★★★★ 4.5/5 · 2 buyer reviews · 5 min read · updated 2026-10-07 · Tested by Cal Whitaker

Larry Carlton Q7 Tobacco Sunburst LH review

The Larry Carlton Q7 Tobacco Sunburst LH is a left-handed, six-string electric guitar with a double-cut body, a set-in neck, two humbuckers, and a Wilkinson WV6-SB tremolo. Its listed price is 611, with no currency specified in the supplied data. The model has been available since September 2025. No customer reviews are available, so this assessment is limited to the published specifications rather than playing impressions or owner feedback.

The design pairs a mahogany body with a maple top, finished in Tobacco Sunburst. The neck is also mahogany, and the fingerboard is ebony. Those material choices describe the instrument's construction, but they do not establish how this particular guitar sounds, feels, or responds. The specification does not state the top's thickness or construction details, so the maple top should be understood as a listed material rather than evidence of a particular tonal result.

Neck, scale, and fingerboard

The Q7 has a 635 mm (25-inch) scale, a 43 mm (1.69-inch) nut width, and a C-shaped neck profile. Its ebony fingerboard has a 254 mm (10-inch) radius and 22 medium-jumbo frets. Together, these measurements give buyers concrete points to compare against instruments they already own or are considering. The figures alone cannot tell a player whether the neck profile or fret dimensions will suit their hands.

White pearloid and abalone block inlays, shaped as rounded rectangles, mark the fingerboard. The nut is bone. The manufacturer's specifications do not provide fret wire material, neck thickness measurements, or fret-end details, so those aspects cannot be assessed from the available information.

Pickups and controls

Two LC Q humbuckers form the pickup system, identified in the supplied specifications as HH. The controls consist of one volume knob, one tone knob, and a five-way switch. That arrangement provides multiple switch positions while keeping the control layout straightforward on paper. The specifications do not explain the wiring for each position, whether coil splitting is available, or how the pickups are voiced. Buyers should not assume those details without confirmation from the retailer or manufacturer.

The listed hardware includes a Wilkinson WV6-SB tremolo and standard die-cast tuning machines. The guitar has gold hardware. The tremolo is a notable part of the configuration, but the supplied data does not describe its setup, range of movement, or tuning stability. Nor does it identify the exact tuning-machine model beyond the standard die-cast description.

Practical details and limitations

This is specifically a left-handed model, an important distinction when comparing Q7 listings. The Tobacco Sunburst finish, double-cut shape, and gold hardware define its visible specification. The guitar is listed with neither a case nor a gig bag, so anyone who needs protective storage should include that in their purchase planning. The sales unit is one piece, and the item number is 610946.

The stated scale length, fret count, pickup layout, and hardware make the Q7's basic configuration easy to identify. However, the published data does not include the instrument's weight, factory string gauges, setup measurements, bridge spacing, pickup output, or included accessories beyond the case and gig bag exclusions. It also does not specify a warranty or provide a detailed electronics diagram. These are useful points to check before ordering, especially if particular setup or transport requirements matter.

Verdict

On specification alone, the Larry Carlton Q7 Tobacco Sunburst LH offers a defined combination of mahogany body and neck, maple top, ebony fingerboard, two humbuckers, and a Wilkinson tremolo in a left-handed format. Its 25-inch scale, 43 mm nut, 10-inch fingerboard radius, and 22 medium-jumbo frets provide practical comparison data. The listed price is 611, with currency unspecified, and neither a case nor gig bag is included.

There is not enough evidence here to make claims about its sound, comfort, build quality, or value against competing guitars. Those judgments require direct inspection or reliable product testing. For now, the strongest reasons to consider this model are its left-handed configuration and clearly stated hardware and construction; buyers should verify the unspecified details that affect their own needs before purchasing.

Larry Carlton Q7 Tobacco Sunburst LH, front view
7.3/ 10 overall score
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Shipping and duties

The retailer ships from its warehouse in Germany. Prices are shown in US dollars and do not include import duties. Orders under roughly $800 usually clear US customs without duty; above that, a duty of a few percent may be collected on delivery. 30-day money-back and a 3-year warranty apply.

Scores by area

Where it shines, where it stumbles

What convinced me

  • Left-handed design with a mahogany body and set-in mahogany neck
  • Two humbuckers, a five-way switch, and a tremolo offer several tonal options
  • Ebony fingerboard, bone nut, and 22 medium jumbo frets

What bugged me

  • No case or gig bag is included
  • The listed specifications do not identify the pickup positions selected by the five-way switch

Is it the right one for you?

Good pick if

A good fit for left-handed players seeking a double-cut guitar with humbuckers and a tremolo. Also worth considering for players who want a 25-inch scale and a five-way pickup switch.

Look elsewhere if

Not a fit for right-handed players, since this is a left-hand model. Look elsewhere if you need a case or gig bag included.
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Suggested level: Intermediate

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Specifications

Shape, design
Double Cut
Color
Tobacco Sunburst
Body
Mahogany
Neck
Mahogany
Fretboard
Ebony
Number of strings
6
Frets
22
Scale
635 mm
Pickup system
HH
Tremolo
Yes
Including case
No
Incl. gigbag
No
Top
Maple

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Before you decide

Questions players ask

Is the Larry Carlton Q7 Tobacco Sunburst LH designed for left-handed players?

Yes. The specifications identify it as a left-hand model.

What pickups and switching does it have?

It has two LC Q humbuckers, one volume control, one tone control, and a five-way switch.

Does it include a tremolo?

Yes. It is fitted with a Wilkinson WV6-SB tremolo.

Are a case or gig bag included?

No. The specifications state that neither a case nor a gig bag is included.

What are the scale length and fretboard radius?

The scale length is 25 inches, or 635 mm, and the fretboard radius is 10 inches, or 254 mm.

The last word from the bench

The Q7 is a left-handed, six-string guitar with a mahogany body and set-in neck, an ebony fingerboard, and a 25-inch scale. Two humbuckers and a five-way switch give it more switching options than a basic two-pickup layout, while the Wilkinson tremolo adds pitch-bending capability. The listed hardware includes standard die-cast tuners and gold-finish parts. Buyers should budget for a case or gig bag separately.

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