electric · signature
Jason Richardson Cutlass (6/7)
| Maker | Sterling by Music Man |
|---|---|
| Origin | Indonesia |
| Type | electric · signature |
| Introduced | 2026 |
| Price | USD 949.99 (2026-09) |
| Maker founded | 1990s (import tier formalized 2010s) |
| Status | current |
The Richardson Cutlass is Jason Richardson's signature model in the Sterling by Music Man line, aimed at players who want signature features at import prices.
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Why it matters
Sterling exists to offer Music Man designs at import prices, and the artist collection applies that approach to the company's most prominent players. The Richardson models keep the signature details, including a contoured lower horn for upper-fret access and push-push switching for a volume boost and coil tap, which is a lot of control for the money. Six and seven-string versions are both offered, with the seven sitting slightly higher.
Note
The prog shredder's first Sterling Cutlass signatures.
Specifications
- Scale length: 647.7 mm (25.5 in)
- Neck shape: unknown
Before you buy
- The six and seven-string versions are different instruments rather than trims of one
- Push-push switching takes some adjustment in live use
- Figured tops vary between individual guitars, so ask for photographs of the actual instrument
Other opinions
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Riffs, Beards & Gear · 2020-05 · 46,145 views
“The Sterling By Music Man Jason Richardson signature Cutlass 7 is here!”
A playthrough of the Sterling Jason Richardson Cutlass 7 covering its shred-friendly neck and pickups.
Andrew Baena · 2022-06 · 20,183 views
“Big thanks to Sterling by Music Man for sending this one over!”
A demo of the 6-string Sterling by Music Man Jason Richardson Cutlass, showing the tremolo and pickup set.