Best Larry Carlton ST Style Guitars 2025

Premium Larry Carlton st style guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 19, 2025 • Next update: November 26, 2025

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SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Blues For Pop For Country For Funk For Indie

BRANDS: Fender Ibanez Harley Benton PRS Jackson Squier Kramer Guitars Suhr ESP Charvel Yamaha Larry Carlton Mooer Schecter Music Man Solar Guitars Cort Evh Xotic Guitars Sterling by Music Man Maybach Friedman

Larry Carlton S10 SSS Tobacco Sunburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Larry Carlton S10 SSS Tobacco Sunburst

by Larry Carlton

Pop Blues Funk

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and playability

✓ PROS

• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✗ CONS

• May be too bright for heavy metal
• String bending can cause tuning issues

Larry Carlton S10 SSS Tobacco SunburstElectric GuitarBody: Swamp AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleAbalone Dot...

⭐ 4.6/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 584537

$1,429

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Larry Carlton S7 HSS SB New Gen - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Larry Carlton S7 HSS SB New Gen

by Larry Carlton

Rock Indie Pop

Key Feature:

• Classic single-coil brightness

✓ PROS

• Comfortable body contours
• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✗ CONS

• Requires quality amplifier
• String bending can cause tuning issues

Larry Carlton S7 HSS SB New GenElectric GuitarBody: AlderTop: MapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodFingerboard...

⭐ 5.0/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 611288

$791

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Larry Carlton S7 HSS Metallic Gold New Gen - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Larry Carlton S7 HSS Metallic Gold New Gen

by Larry Carlton

Pop Blues Indie

Key Feature:

• Comfortable body contours

✓ PROS

• Comfortable body contours
• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✗ CONS

• May be too bright for heavy metal
• Single-coils can pick up interference

Larry Carlton S7 HSS MG New GenElectric GuitarBody: AlderTop: MapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodDot...

⭐ 4.6/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 611284

$769

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Larry Carlton S7 HSS 3TS New Gen - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Larry Carlton S7 HSS 3TS New Gen

by Larry Carlton

Rock Funk Country

Key Feature:

• Classic single-coil brightness

✓ PROS

• Great for clean and overdriven tones
• Excellent sustain and playability

✗ CONS

• May be too bright for heavy metal
• Requires quality amplifier

Larry Carlton S7 HSS 3TS New GenElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleDot fingerboard...

⭐ 4.6/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 611285

$769

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Larry Carlton S5 3-Tone Sunburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Larry Carlton S5 3-Tone Sunburst

by Larry Carlton

Country Rock Pop

Key Feature:

• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and playability
• Versatile 5-way pickup switching

✗ CONS

• Single-coils can pick up interference
• String bending can cause tuning issues

Larry Carlton S5 3-Tone SunburstElectric guitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleFingerboard inlays:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 584509

$439

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Larry Carlton S7FM NT 2nd Gen - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Larry Carlton S7FM NT 2nd Gen

by Larry Carlton

Blues Rock Pop

Key Feature:

• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✓ PROS

• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
• Classic single-coil brightness

✗ CONS

• Requires quality amplifier
• String bending can cause tuning issues

Larry Carlton S7FM NT 2nd GenElectric GuitarBody: AlderTop: Flamed mapleBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard: roasted...

⭐ 5.0/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 561091

$626

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Larry Carlton S7 HSS BK New Gen - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Larry Carlton S7 HSS BK New Gen

by Larry Carlton

Blues Funk Pop

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and playability

✓ PROS

• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✗ CONS

• May be too bright for heavy metal
• String bending can cause tuning issues

Larry Carlton S7 HSS BK New GenElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleDot fingerboard...

⭐ 5.0/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 611286

$769

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Larry Carlton S7FM TBL 2nd Gen - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Larry Carlton S7FM TBL 2nd Gen

by Larry Carlton

Funk Pop Country

Key Feature:

• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✓ PROS

• Classic single-coil brightness
• Comfortable body contours

✗ CONS

• Electronics may need shielding
• Requires quality amplifier

Larry Carlton S7FM TBL 2nd GenElectric GuitarBody: AlderTop: Flamed mapleBolt-on neck: roasted mapleFretboard: roasted...

⭐ 4.6/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 487429

$648

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Larry Carlton S7 FM Trans Blue New Gen - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Larry Carlton S7 FM Trans Blue New Gen

by Larry Carlton

Pop Funk Blues

Key Feature:

• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✓ PROS

• Classic single-coil brightness
• Excellent sustain and playability

✗ CONS

• Single-coils can pick up interference
• May be too bright for heavy metal

Larry Carlton S7 FM TBS New GenElectric GuitarBody: AlderTop: Flamed mapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MaplePearloid...

⭐ 4.7/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 611276

$879

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Larry Carlton S3 SSS TS - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Larry Carlton S3 SSS TS

by Larry Carlton

Indie Blues Pop

Key Feature:

• Classic single-coil brightness

✓ PROS

• Comfortable body contours
• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✗ CONS

• String bending can cause tuning issues
• Electronics may need shielding

Larry Carlton S3 SSS TSElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyNeck: Bolt-on mapleFingerboard: RosewoodIvory Dot fingerboard...

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 572714

$384

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Larry Carlton S5 Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.8/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Larry Carlton S5 Black

by Larry Carlton

Country Rock Indie

Key Feature:

• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and playability
• Classic single-coil brightness

✗ CONS

• Electronics may need shielding
• May be too bright for heavy metal

Larry Carlton S5 BlackElectric GuitarBody: AlderNeck: Bolt-on mapleFingerboard: MapleFingerboard inlays: Black DotNeck...

⭐ 4.8/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 584511

$439

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Larry Carlton X5 TBKS - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.8/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Larry Carlton X5 TBKS

by Larry Carlton

Rock Pop Funk

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and playability

✓ PROS

• Great for clean and overdriven tones
• Comfortable body contours

✗ CONS

• Requires quality amplifier
• String bending can cause tuning issues

Larry Carlton X5 TBKSElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Ash veneerNeck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite Pearloid/Abalone...

⭐ 4.8/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 584431

$494

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Larry Carlton S3 TS - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.7/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Larry Carlton S3 TS

by Larry Carlton

Indie Blues Funk

Key Feature:

• Classic single-coil brightness

✓ PROS

• Great for clean and overdriven tones
• Excellent sustain and playability

✗ CONS

• String bending can cause tuning issues
• Single-coils can pick up interference

Larry Carlton S3 TSElectric GuitarMahogany bodyBolt-on maple neckRosewood fretboardWhite dot fretboard inlaysScale...

⭐ 4.7/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 536975

$403

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Larry Carlton S3 SSS DR - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.9/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Larry Carlton S3 SSS DR

by Larry Carlton

Pop Funk Indie

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and playability

✓ PROS

• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
• Classic single-coil brightness

✗ CONS

• May be too bright for heavy metal
• Single-coils can pick up interference

Larry Carlton S3 SSS DRElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyNeck: Bolt-on mapleFingerboard: RosewoodIvory Dot fingerboard...

⭐ 4.9/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 572713

$362

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Larry Carlton S5 Olympic White LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.9/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Larry Carlton S5 Olympic White LH

by Larry Carlton

Blues Indie Country

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and playability

✓ PROS

• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
• Comfortable body contours

✗ CONS

• Single-coils can pick up interference
• May be too bright for heavy metal

Larry Carlton S5 Olympic White LHElectric GuitarLefthand / left-handed modelBody: AlderNeck: Bolt-on mapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 584518

$505

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How to Choose the Best ST Style Guitars

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced st style guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Best Larry Carlton ST Style Guitars 2025

Larry Carlton S10 SSS Tobacco Sunburst

Larry Carlton S7 HSS SB New Gen

Larry Carlton S7 HSS Metallic Gold New Gen

Larry Carlton S7 HSS 3TS New Gen

Larry Carlton S5 3-Tone Sunburst

Larry Carlton S7FM NT 2nd Gen

Larry Carlton S7 HSS BK New Gen

Larry Carlton S7FM TBL 2nd Gen

Larry Carlton S7 FM Trans Blue New Gen

Larry Carlton S3 SSS TS

Larry Carlton S5 Black

Larry Carlton X5 TBKS

Larry Carlton S3 TS

Larry Carlton S3 SSS DR

Larry Carlton S5 Olympic White LH

How to Choose the Best ST Style Guitars

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying st style guitars?

How much should I spend on st style guitars?

Are expensive st style guitars worth the investment?

What are the best brands for st style guitars?

Should I buy st style guitars online or in-store?

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