Sire Larry Carlton Q3 BK

Name: Q3 BK
Brand: Sire Larry Carlton
SKU: 425444
Price: 427.00 EUR
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EAN : 0810187571015

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Essential Information About the Sire Q3 BK (Black) Guitar
• Mahogany body in Q double cutaway format and set neck: modern feel, easy access to high frets, and generous sustain.
• H-H LC Standard configuration with push-pull tone control for coil-split: from thick humbucker tones to clearer single-coil-like attacks.
• Smooth and precise playability: 25" / 635 mm scale length, 10" / 254 mm radius, and 22 Medium Jumbo frets.
• 6-point vintage-style tremolo bridge, chrome hardware, and sleek BK black finish, understated and stage-ready.

Q3 BK

427,00 €VAT incl.

0,00 € Ecotax included

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Q3 BK: A Sire Q Series Designed for "Plug and Play"

The Sire Q3 BK embodies a direct and efficient approach: luthiery focused on ergonomics, simple yet versatile electronics, and a minimalist look that gets straight to the point. Its double cutaway shape promotes a natural playing position and excellent playability high up the neck. The "Black" finish enhances its discreet and modern character, ideal for those seeking a reliable electric guitar without any excess.

Who Is the Sire Q3 BK For?

This guitar suits both the motivated beginner and the intermediate or advanced guitarist looking for a versatile and durable instrument. With humbuckers, it delivers the expected foundation and density for rock, hard rock, alternative, and all gain-based music. In split mode, it gains brightness and definition for pop, funk, clear arpeggios, and sharper contemporary jazz. The 25" scale balances comfort (bends, vibrato) and sufficient tension for clean chords.

Sound Characteristics

The combination of mahogany (body and neck) and set neck emphasizes rich mids, a rounded attack, and natural sustain-ideal for singing solos as well as solid riffs. The LC Standard (H-H) pickup set covers a wide range: clear cleans, punchy crunch, and tight distortion. The 3-position selector allows quick switching between neck pickup, combined positions, and bridge pickup, while the push-pull tone control splits the coils for a snappier, sharper tone. The 6-point tremolo enables subtle vibratos; with proper setup, it remains musical and stable.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

Electric nickel string sets 09-42 for more flexibility or 10-46 for a firmer attack, comfortable strap, quality 6.35 mm / 0.25" jack cable, universal guitar stand, and microfiber cloth to preserve the finish.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Scalloped	Double
Category	ST	Body	Mahogany
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Tremolo
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Passive
Nbr of strings	6	Color	Black
Top	Maple	Finishing	Glossy
Fingerboard	Rosewood	Hardware	Chromed
Nbrs of frets	22

Body shape	Sire Q double cutaway	Nut	bone, 43 mm / 1.69"
Finish	BK (Black)	Inlays	rounded rectangular pearloid white/abalone blocks
Pickguard	none	Bridge	Sire Standard 6-point tremolo
Neck	mahogany, C-profile	Tuners	standard
Joint	set neck	Knobs	gold
Scale length	25" / 635 mm	Pickups	LC Standard Humbucker Pickup Set (H-H)
Radius	10" / 254 mm	Selector	3-position switch
Frets	22, Medium Jumbo 2.7 mm / 0.106"	Pots	volume, tone (push-pull for coil splitting)

Questions frequently asked

Does the Sire Larry Carlton Q3 BK allow switching from humbuckers to single-coil sound?

The push-pull tone control activates coil splitting on the LC Standard H-H set. Humbuckers provide more thickness, while the split mode aims for a brighter and more defined tone.

What is the scale length and neck comfort of this guitar?

The scale length is 25 inches, or 635 mm, balancing bend flexibility and string tension. The glued mahogany neck features a C-shaped profile, a 10-inch radius, and a 43 mm bone nut.

Is the Q3 BK tremolo suitable for vibrato effects?

The Sire Standard 6-point tremolo bridge allows subtle vibratos; careful setup is recommended to maintain stability.

What styles can this HH guitar cover?

With its two LC Standard Humbucker pickups, this model suits rock, hard rock, and alternative styles, especially with gain. In split position, it can also be used for clear arpeggios, pop, funk, or more cutting contemporary jazz. The 3-way selector provides access to neck, combined, and bridge pickups.