Sire Larry Carlton Q3 TS
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Sire Larry Carlton
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Timeless Aesthetics in the Q Series
As the first model in the Q series, the Sire Q3 offers a modern take on classic solid-body guitars: double cutaway for access to high notes, balanced strap feel, and immediate playability. The Tobacco Sunburst finish enhances its classic vibe, while the Q shape ergonomics aim for comfort during long sessions, both rehearsals and live performances.
A Versatile Guitar for Progression and Band Playing
The Q3 is designed for ambitious beginners seeking a serious instrument, as well as intermediate/advanced guitarists looking for a versatile solid-body. It excels in blues, classic rock, hard rock, and modern rock. Thanks to coil-splitting, it can also cover pop, funk, and indie genres with added clarity and attack, while maintaining a rich tonal foundation.
Sound Characteristics
The combination of mahogany body + set neck highlights dense mids, rounded lows, and silky highs, with an easy sustain feel under the fingers. The two LC Standard humbuckers deliver a full and balanced sound, ideal for thick crunches and creamy overdrive, while remaining defined in clean tones. The 3-position selector switch allows quick shifts from the sharp bridge pickup to the warm neck pickup, and the push-pull tone control opens up more airy and biting textures through coil-splitting. The 6-point tremolo adds an expressive palette for subtle vibratos and nuanced effects.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To optimize tuning stability and reliability during play, consider a high-quality 6.35 mm instrument jack cable and a stable universal guitar stand for storage. For routine maintenance, a microfiber cloth helps preserve the finish's shine.
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 | Gradient |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Body shape | Sire Q double cutaway shape | Frets | 22, Medium Jumbo 2.7 mm |
| Finish | TS (Tobacco Sunburst) | Nut | bone, 43 mm / 1.69" |
| Pickguard | none | Inlays | rounded rectangular pearloid white/abalone blocks |
| Bridge | Sire Standard 6-point tremolo | Tuners | standard |
| Neck | mahogany, C-profile | Knobs | gold |
| Joint | set neck | Pickups | LC Standard Humbucker Pickup Set (H-H) |
| Scale length | 25" / 635 mm | Selector | 3-position switch |
| Radius | 10" / 254 mm | Pots | volume, tone (push-pull for coil-splitting) |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sire Larry Carlton Q3 TS suitable for blues and rock?
The H-H LC Standard configuration delivers thick crunches and creamy overdrives, with good clarity in clean tones. The mahogany body and set neck promote dense mids and easy sustain. The blues, classic rock, hard rock, and modern rock ranges are thus covered.
Is coil splitting available on this guitar?
The push-pull tone control activates coil splitting on the two LC Standard humbuckers. More airy and biting sounds can thus be obtained for pop, funk, or indie.
What type of vibrato does this guitar have?
A 6-point Sire Standard tremolo is fitted on this model, allowing subtle vibratos and nuanced effects.
What are the neck dimensions of the Q3 TS?
The set mahogany neck features a C profile, a 25-inch (635 mm) scale length, and a 10-inch (254 mm) radius. The bone nut measures 43 mm in width. The rosewood fingerboard has 22 Medium Jumbo frets of 2.7 mm.
Is the Sire Q3 TS suitable for stage use?
The double cutaway Q shape facilitates access to high frets and aims for comfortable balance on a strap. The glossy Tobacco Sunburst finish is complemented by chrome hardware and gold knobs.
