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Larry Carlton I5S Tobacco Sunburst

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Larry Carlton I5S Tobacco Sunburst

Larry Carlton

I5S Tobacco Sunburst

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 610974
Brand: Larry Carlton
Model: I5S Tobacco Sunburst
Category: Single Cut Guitars
Price: $713.90

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This Larry Carlton I5S is a seriously good-playing, well-voiced guitar for the money. The C-shape neck and those LC pickups give it a vintage vibe with modern clarity—perfect for blues, country, and classic rock players who want a responsive and reliable instrument without the premium-priced tag.

Product Description

  • Larry Carlton I5S Tobacco Sunburst
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Ash
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • White pearloid / abalone block fingerboard inlays in the shape of a rounded rectangle
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.51")
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
  • Bone nut
  • 22 frets
  • Pickups: One LC Super-ST humbucker (bridge) and two LC Super-ST single coils (middle and neck)
  • 3-way switch
  • Sire Modern tremolo bridge
  • Sire Premium locking machine heads
  • Chrome-plated hardware
  • Colour: Tobacco Sunburst
PROS
  • • Ash body provides a resonant, balanced tone with great sustain
  • • LC Super-ST pickups deliver a surprisingly versatile, articulate sound
  • • Maple neck and fingerboard offer a snappy feel and bright attack
  • • Sire Modern tremolo allows for expressive vibrato without tuning instability
CONS
  • • Bolt-on neck construction might lack the warmth of a set neck for some players
  • • Tobacco Sunburst finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints
  • • The 3-way switch limits pickup combinations compared to a 5-way

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Key Features

Body Material Ash
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups LC Super-ST Humbucker (Bridge), LC Super-ST Single Coils (Middle, Neck)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.51 in)
Frets 22
Bridge Sire Modern Tremolo
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The LC Super-ST has a more focused, less muddy tone than many Fender humbuckers, offering better clarity and a slightly tighter low-end.
The Sire Modern tremolo is generally well-regarded for its tuning stability, but regular setup and careful use are still necessary for optimal performance.
The maple neck offers a snappier, brighter feel than rosewood, with a slightly more direct connection to the strings – it’s a matter of personal preference.

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