Sire Larry Carlton X6 Headless 6 Silver.SP

A Headless Sire Built for Performance

With the X6 Headless, Sire emphasizes a modern approach to the electric guitar: ergonomics, stability, and efficiency. The absence of a headstock reduces bulk and promotes a more balanced instrument in hand, while the craftsmanship and equipment target demanding use, both on stage and in the studio. The Silver.SP sparkle finish catches the light and enhances its decidedly modern look.

For Which Guitarists and Styles?

The Sire X6 Headless Silver.SP is especially aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists seeking a fast, precise, and consistent guitar. It suits rock, metal, prog, and fusion genres very well, where articulation, tuning stability, and playing comfort make a difference. Its 25.5" / 648 mm scale length provides tension and responsiveness, ideal for tight rhythms and chords that remain clear under distortion.

The Sound

The mahogany body provides a solid foundation: firm lows and generous mids, perfect for delivering a big sound without becoming muddy. The maple top adds definition and controlled brightness, useful for cutting through the mix and maintaining attack on palm-muted notes. The LC humbuckers offer a modern character, rather tight and effective with gain, with intermediate positions (via the 5-position selector switch) that open up the sound for more nuanced rhythms and expressive leads. The stainless steel frets enhance the feeling of precision, improve longevity, and contribute to a crisp attack, particularly appreciated for fast playing.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

Since the Sire gig bag is included, you can complement it with a comfortable strap, a quality 6.35 mm jack cable, a clip-on tuner, and a universal stand to secure the instrument between songs.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	6
Strings	Steel	Color	Grey

Body	mahogany	Frets	24 Medium Jumbo stainless steel (2.7 mm / 0.106")
Top	maple	Nut	Graphtech Tusq XL 42 mm / 1.65"
Body shape	Sire X-Headless	Inlays	rounded rectangular pearloid white/abalone blocks
Finish	Silver.SP ("Silver Sparkle")	Bridge	Sire Headless Tremolo Bridge
Pickguard	none	Tuners	none (integrated headless system)
Hardware	black finish	Hardware color	black
Weight	approx. 6-7 lb / 2.7-3.2 kg	Pickups	2 modern LC humbuckers
Neck	maple	Selector switch	5 positions
Profile	C	Pots	Volume, Tone
Body-neck joint	4 screws	Knobs	black dome-shaped
Scale length	25.5" / 648 mm	Number of frets	24
Fingerboard	rosewood	Number of strings	6 (7-string model available)
Radius	16" / 406 mm