Larry Carlton J3 Vintage White
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Larry Carlton
J3 Vintage White
Product Info
Article Number:
584289
Brand:
Larry Carlton
Model:
J3 Vintage White
Category:
Alternative Design Guitars
Price:
$405.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Larry Carlton J3 is a surprisingly good value for the money. It nails that late '60s/early '70s JM vibe with a warm, articulate tone and a comfortable C-shaped neck. It's a solid choice for players looking for a vintage-inspired feel without a premium price tag, especially good for blues, classic rock, and lighter funk.
Product Description
- Larry Carlton J3 Vintage White
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Bolt-on maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- White stripes fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- Bone nut
- 22 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 LC Standard JM-style single coils (neck and bridge)
- Volume and Tone controls
- 3-Way switch
- Tortoise pickguard
- Sire Standard 2-Post Tremolo
- Hardware: Chrome
- Colour: Vintage White
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warmth and sustain, a real vintage vibe.
- • LC Standard pickups offer a surprisingly articulate and balanced tone.
- • Bolt-on maple neck provides snappy response and comfortable playability.
- • Tortoise pickguard adds a touch of classic style and visual appeal.
CONS
- • Mahogany body can make it feel a little heavier than some players prefer.
- • 2-post tremolo system might require more careful setup and maintenance.
- • Single coil pickups can be noisy under high gain scenarios.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood with white stripe inlays
Pickups
2 LC Standard JM-style Single Coils
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5")
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Sire Standard 2-Post Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
They're a very respectable approximation – a bit less raw and more focused, but still delivering that classic single-coil chime and character.
The 2-post tremolo is generally stable with a good setup, but budget-friendly components mean it's not as rock-solid as a higher-end system; expect minor tuning fluctuations with aggressive use.
Mahogany can be prone to feedback, but the single coil pickups and overall build quality help to manage it reasonably well; proper amp settings and technique will be key.
