A seriously slick modern player’s guitar from Sterling by Music Man, built to the spec of prog virtuoso Jason Richardson. This Cutlass 6 combines a lightweight, ergonomic body with a roasted maple neck, fast-playing 24 fret setup and a really striking Natural Poplar Burst finish over a burl top veneer.
 
Loaded with a pair of Sterling-designed humbuckers, this thing covers everything from tight modern metal and progressive lead work through to surprisingly clean split-coil tones. The neck feels super comfortable, the satin finish keeps everything smooth under the hand, and the overall build quality is seriously impressive for the money.
 
A great option if you want something modern, lightweight and fast without stepping into USA Music Man pricing.