Iconic Sound and Playability – The Sire Larry Carlton S3 Electric Guitar in Dakota Red
The Sire Larry Carlton S3 Electric Guitar brings the iconic tones of Larry Carlton to your fingertips, offering exceptional sound and playability at an accessible price point. Crafted with precision, the S3 features high-quality tonewoods, a comfortable neck profile, and premium electronics that produce a versatile range of rich, expressive tones. Its classic design is both visually stunning and ergonomically designed for extended playing comfort. Whether you’re exploring smooth jazz, blues, or rock, the S3 delivers the dynamic performance and reliability needed to inspire your musical journey.
SPECIFICATIONS
Body
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Body Shape: Sire S-Style Shape
- Body Color: DRD (Dakota Red)
Neck
- Neck Material: Hard Maple
- Neck Shape: C-Shape
- Scale: 25.5″
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood, Edgeless™ (Rolled Fretboard Edges)
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5″
- Frets: 2.7mm Medium Jumbo
- String Nut: Bone Nut, 42mm Width
- Inlay: Ivory Dot
- Neck Joint: Four Bolt Steel Square Plate
Electronics
- Pickup: Sire Standard-ST Pickup Set (3 Single pickup Configuration)
- Controls: Volume, Tone1, Tone2, 5 Way Lever Switch
- Knobs: Ivory Strat Knob (Volume and Tone)
Hardware
- Bridge: Sire Standard Tremolo Bridge (2 Post Type)
- Tuning Gear: Sire Standard Tuner
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
- Pick guard: Mint Green 3ply (DRD)
Manufacturer: Sire USA
Model: S3-SSS-DRD
SKU: I735397-2-WHXX
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