Sire Larry Carlton J5 Lh Sgm Rn Surf Green Metallic
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Left-handed model with an offset look inspired by the "JM", designed for comfort and versatility.
- LC Vintage Jazzmaster Set configuration: clarity, precise attack, and a wide range of tones via a 3-position selector.
- Maple neck with a C profile + Edgeless ebony fingerboard: smooth feel, ideal for both chords and leads.
- JM-type bridge + DG Tremolo vibrato: expressiveness, nuances, and subtle vibratos.
Manufacturer Information
Sire Larry Carlton
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A Modern Offset in the Larry Carlton by Sire Range
The J5 LH fits into the Larry Carlton by Sire universe with a decidedly "player oriented" approach: a JM-style offset design, refined finishes, and luthiery choices aimed at stability and musicality. This left-handed version retains the fundamentals of the J series (ergonomics, access, balance) while emphasizing a Surf Green Metallic aesthetic with a confidently vintage character.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
This electric guitar is particularly suitable for intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking an expressive and versatile instrument. Its offset DNA and Jazzmaster-type pickup configuration make it very comfortable in indie, surf, pop, funk, jazz, or alternative rock, delivering detailed clean tones and crunchy sounds full of character. The vibrato adds an extra dimension for textures, pads, and singing melodies.
Sound
The alder body is renowned for its balance: present mids, firm lows, and clear highs, which help the guitar sit well in a mix. The solid cedar top provides a softer response to attack, with a rounded feel and pleasant musicality across playing dynamics.
The LC Vintage Jazzmaster pickup set favors openness and definition: plenty of air in clean tones, excellent string separation in chords, and an attack that remains precise when pushing the amp. The 3-position selector (neck / combined / bridge) paired with volume and tone controls allows quick shifts from a smooth sound to a sharper tone, while maintaining a recognizable "offset" identity.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | Soap Bar | Bridge / tailpiece | Tremolo |
| Category | Asymmetric | Electronics | Passive |
| Left handed | Yes | Electroacoustic | No |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Green |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Type | electric guitar | Fret size | medium jumbo (2.7 mm / 0.106") |
| Shape | Sire JM Shape | Nut | bone |
| Wood | alder | Nut width | 42 mm / 1.65" |
| Top | solid cedar | Bridge | Goldo / Sire JM Type Bridge |
| Finish | Surf Green Metallic (Sherwood Green Metallic type) | Vibrato | DG Tremolo |
| Version | left-handed | Tuners | Sire Premium Locking Tuners |
| Profile | C | Knobs | White Strato Knob |
| Attachment | bolt-on neck | Pickups | LC Vintage Jazzmaster Set |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | Selector | 3-position toggle |
| Fingerboard | Edgeless ebony | Controls | volume, tone |
| Radius | 9.5" / 241 mm | Weight | 4.7 kg |
| Frets | 22 | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Sire Larry Carlton J5 LH designed for left-handed players?
This version is specifically configured for left-handed players, featuring a Sire JM Shape body and six steel strings.
What tones do the LC Vintage Jazzmaster pickups provide?
The LC Vintage Jazzmaster set delivers clear, open tones and good string separation in chords. The crunch tones maintain precise attack when the amp is overdriven. The 3-way selector allows access to neck, combined, and bridge pickups.
What vibrato system does this offset guitar use?
A DG Tremolo vibrato is paired with the Goldo / Sire JM Type Bridge to create textured and singing melodies.
Is the neck suitable for bends and modern playing styles?
The bolt-on neck has a C profile, a 648 mm scale length, and an Edgeless ebony fingerboard. Its 241 mm radius and 22 medium jumbo frets measuring 2.7 mm support contemporary playing techniques.
What is the weight of the Sire Larry Carlton J5 LH Surf Green Metallic?
The stated weight is 4.7 kg. The body is alder with a solid cedar top, finished in Surf Green Metallic.
