Sire Larry Carlton L3 Hh Lh Ts Sc Archtop Rn Tobacco Sunburst
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Sire Larry Carlton
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A Larry Carlton Designed for Efficiency: The L3 in a Modernized "Junior" Spirit
The L3 fits within the Sire Larry Carlton universe with a clear approach: an electric guitar without unnecessary extras, focused on playability and musicality. Its "Sire L Junior Shape" body and mahogany construction emphasize punch and sustain, while the minimalist electronics (3-position selector, one volume, one tone) allow for quick and coherent adjustments both on stage and in the studio.
Who Is It For, and What Styles?
This L3 HH is aimed at serious beginner to intermediate guitarists seeking a first guitar with a "rock" character, as well as experienced musicians who want a direct and inspiring instrument. It excels in rock, blues, pop, indie, and performs very well when the gain is increased (classic rock, hard rock) thanks to its humbuckers. The short scale length provides a looser tension, ideal for bends and expressive playing.
Sound
The combination of a mahogany body and set mahogany neck highlights a rich midrange, warm response, and natural sustain, with a well-defined attack. The LC Standard humbuckers deliver a thicker sound than single coils: firm lows, consistent mids, and smooth highs, perfect for creamy overdrives and saturations that remain clear. The 3-position selector allows quick switching from a round, singing neck tone to a sharper bridge tone, while maintaining an overall balance that is easy to control with the Volume / Tone pair. The wraparound bridge enhances the immediate response and projection, offering a very "plug and play" personality.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To get the most out of it, you can pair it with a set of electric guitar strings (e.g., 10-46 gauge for a good balance of comfort and tuning stability), a strap (these guitars accept standard strap buttons), and plectrums suited to your picking style. To preserve the fingerboard, a microfiber cloth is also recommended after playing.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Category | Single cut | Electronics | Passive |
| Left handed | Yes | Electroacoustic | No |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Gradient |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Type | electric guitar | Fret size | 2.7 mm / 0.106" |
| Body shape | Sire L Junior Shape | Nut width | 43 mm / 1.69" |
| Wood | mahogany | Inlays | white pearloid dots |
| Finish | Tobacco Sunburst | Bridge | Wraparound Bridge |
| Pickguard | tortoise | Tuners | Standard Diecasting Tuners |
| Profile | C | Hardware finish | chrome |
| Joint | set neck | Knobs | Black Top Hat Knobs |
| Scale length | 24.75" / 629 mm | Pickups | LC Standard Humbucker Pickup Sets (H-H) |
| Fingerboard | rosewood | Selector | 3-position (3-way Toggle Switch) |
| Radius | 12" / 305 mm | Controls | Volume, Tone |
| Frets | 22 | Model | left-handed |
| Fret type | Medium Jumbo | Weight | 4.7 kg |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sire Larry Carlton L3 HH available for left-handed players?
This version is designed for left-handed players and features six steel strings.
What kind of sound do the pickups of the L3 HH produce?
The two LC Standard humbuckers emphasize firm lows and solid mids. The three-position switch allows access to neck, bridge, and combined sounds, with volume and tone controls.
Does the short 24.75-inch scale length make bending easier?
With a 24.75-inch (629 mm) scale length, string tension is softer, which facilitates bends and expressive playing.
What type of bridge does this guitar have?
A Wraparound bridge is fitted on this model. This design enhances immediate response and projection. The tuners are Standard Diecasting Tuners.
What styles is the Sire Larry Carlton L3 HH LH Tobacco Sunburst suitable for?
The mahogany body, set neck, and double-coil pickups are suitable for rock, blues, pop, and indie styles. Classic rock and hard rock saturations also fit this HH configuration.
