Larry Carlton S3 SSS MG
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Larry Carlton
S3 SSS MG
Product Info
Article Number:
572712
Brand:
Larry Carlton
Model:
S3 SSS MG
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$361.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Larry Carlton S3 SSS MG is a seriously good-looking and playing guitar for the money. The S3 pickups are a real step up, providing a warm, balanced tone that's perfect for players who like a vintage vibe – think Larry Carlton himself! It’s an excellent choice for jazz, blues, and classic rock players seeking a comfortable, versatile instrument without a premium price tag.
Product Description
- Larry Carlton S3 SSS MG
- Electric guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Bolt-on maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Ivory Dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 648 mm (1.65")
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- Bone nut
- 22 Medium jumbo frets
- Pick up: 3 S3 Single Coils
- 1 x Volume and 2 x tone controls
- 5-Way switch
- Tortoise pickguard
- Sire Standard 2-Post Tremolo
- Sire Standard machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Mild Green
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant tones ideal for mellow jazz and blues.
- • Bolt-on maple neck provides snappy response and comfortable playability.
- • S3 single-coil pickups offer articulate cleans with a vintage-inspired edge.
- • Rosewood fretboard and 9.5” radius create a smooth, player-friendly feel.
CONS
- • Mahogany body may make it slightly heavier than some players prefer.
- • Tortoise pickguard is a matter of taste; some might prefer a more classic look.
- • SSS configuration limits high-gain or heavily distorted tones.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
3 x S3 Single Coil
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
The S3 pickups aim for a similar vintage vibe, but they’re slightly hotter and more articulate, offering a bit more clarity without losing that classic warmth.
The Sire Standard tremolo is generally well-regarded for its stability, but it's a budget-friendly component; expect to potentially do minor adjustments to keep it in tune.
The neck profile is described as a ‘C’ shape, but it leans towards a slightly more vintage feel – not as thin as a modern high-speed neck, offering a more substantial feel in the hand.
