Designed in collaboration with the legendary session guitarist Larry Carlton, the Sire Larry Carlton S3 electric guitar offers a fresh twist on the classic 3-pickup solidbody design. Featuring a warm-sounding mahogany body instead of the usual alder, the S3 is paired with one Standard-ST humbucker and two Standard-ST single-coils for a versatile tonal palette. The guitar's rosewood-on-maple neck boasts medium-jumbo frets, a 9.5-inch radius, and rolled fingerboard edges, all contributing to a high-performance playing experience. A Sire standard 2-post tremolo bridge and Sire standard tuners ensure reliable performance and tuning stability.

The S3's pickup configuration includes one Sire Standard-ST humbucker and two Sire Standard-ST single-coils, controlled by a 5-way switch. This setup delivers a wide range of tones, from glassy highs and restrained mids to punchy lows and quacky in-between sounds. Designed in collaboration with Larry Carlton, these pickups offer a superb sonic range and versatility suitable for a variety of musical styles.

The neck of the S3 is crafted for speed and comfort, featuring a maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard, medium-jumbo frets, and a 9.5-inch radius for smooth action and effortless bends. The "C" shape of the neck provides a comfortable grip for players of all styles, offering a balanced profile that feels just right.

The Sire Larry Carlton S3 stands out with its mahogany body, which imparts a warmer, rounder tone compared to the more common alder or ash. This unique construction complements the guitar's pickup configuration, adding richness to the sound while maintaining clarity.

Specs

• General

  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed

• Body

  • Body Type: Solidbody
  • Body Shape: Larry Carlton
  • Body Material: Mahogany
  • Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
  • Color: Vintage White

• Neck

  • Neck Material: Hard Maple
  • Neck Shape: C
  • Neck Joint: Bolt-on
  • Radius: 9.5"
  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Ivory Dots
  • Number of Frets: 21, Medium Jumbo, Nickel Silver
  • Scale Length: 25.5"
  • Nut Width: 1.653"
  • Nut Material: Bone

• Hardware

  • Bridge/Tailpiece: Sire Standard Tremolo
  • Tuners: Sire Standard

• Electronics

  • Neck Pickup: Sire Standard ST Single-coil
  • Middle Pickup: Sire Standard ST Single-coil
  • Bridge Pickup: Sire Standard ST Humbucker
  • Controls: 1 x Volume, 1 x Tone
  • Switching: 5-way Blade Pickup Switch

• Miscellaneous

  • Strings: Ernie Ball Slinky, .010-.046