Sterling Richardson 7, Kokiri Forest

Name: Sterling Richardson 7, Kokiri Forest
Brand: Sterling by Music Man
Price: 1111 USD
Availability: Discontinued

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Key Features

Seven-string artist model built to Jason Richardson's specs
Custom-contoured body with full 24-fret access
High-output HH pickups with boost and coil-split controls
Roasted maple neck and modern tremolo for precision playing

Sterling Richardson 7, Kokiri Forest Overview

The Sterling Richardson 7 in Kokiri Forest is a high-performance seven-string guitar designed to meet the technical demands of Jason Richardson’s playing style. Built around a lightweight alder body, it features a refined double-cutaway shape with a custom-contoured lower horn that allows effortless access to all 24 frets. The striking Kokiri Forest finish gives the guitar a bold visual identity while retaining a focused, professional look suited to stage and studio use.

A roasted maple neck paired with a rosewood fingerboard provides a fast, stable platform for extended-range playing. Custom Sterling by Music Man-designed humbuckers deliver the output and clarity needed for complex low-register riffing and articulate lead work, while a modern tremolo supports expressive pitch control. Push-push boost and coil-split controls expand the tonal range further, allowing quick shifts between crushing heaviness and clearer, more dynamic textures without interrupting your playing.

Product Ref: 356013

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Custom seven-string artist body design

This Richardson 7 model is shaped specifically for demanding extended-range playing. The custom-contoured lower horn provides unhindered access to the highest frets, making wide stretches, fast position shifts, and upper-register lines feel natural despite the wider neck. A lightweight alder body helps keep the instrument comfortable during long sessions, while the refined double-cutaway design balances well whether standing or seated. Designed to Jason Richardson’s specifications, the body supports precision, speed, and control without compromising stability.

High-output humbuckers for extended range

A pair of Sterling by Music Man-designed Jason Richardson humbuckers deliver the power and articulation required for seven-string performance. The pickups maintain tight low-end response for extended-range riffs while preserving clarity and separation across complex chords and fast runs. Focused mids and controlled highs help notes cut through dense mixes, making the guitar equally suited to aggressive rhythm work and intricate lead passages across clean and high-gain settings.

Expanded push-push control system

The electronics layout provides wide tonal flexibility while keeping controls intuitive and stage friendly. A push-push volume boost adds up to 12dB of extra output, making it easy to lift solos or add impact to heavier sections instantly. A push-push coil-split on the tone control unlocks brighter, more transparent sounds, allowing rapid transitions between thick humbucker tones and sharper, more defined textures without relying on external switching or additional pedals.

Built for speed, stability, and precision

A roasted maple neck delivers a smooth, fast feel with improved resistance to changes in temperature and humidity. The 16-inch fingerboard radius and medium jumbo frets support low action, wide bends, and accurate intonation across all seven strings. Locking tuners improve tuning stability and speed up string changes, while the modern tremolo provides expressive pitch control with reliable return to pitch, even during demanding playing and extended performances.