Larry Carlton T3 Butterscotch New Gen

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Larry Carlton T3 Butterscotch New Gen

Larry Carlton

T3 Butterscotch New Gen

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 611292
Model: T3 Butterscotch New Gen
Price: $515.90

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This Larry Carlton T3 is a fantastic tribute to a legend, nailing that classic Tele vibe at an affordable price. The Butterscotch finish is gorgeous, and the Sire pickups are surprisingly versatile for a single-coil setup, leaning towards a slightly warmer, smoother tone than a traditional Tele. It's a great choice for blues, country, and rock players seeking that vintage feel without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Larry Carlton T3 BB New Gen
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
  • 22 frets
  • Pickup: 2 Sire Standard- T Single Coils
  • 1 Volume control
  • 1 Tone control
  • 3-Way switch
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Butterscotch
PROS
  • • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant low-end frequencies.
  • • Maple neck with rosewood fingerboard offers comfortable playability.
  • • Sire Standard-T single coils provide a clear, articulate vintage tone.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction yields a snappy, responsive feel.
CONS
  • • Mahogany body can make it feel a bit heavier than some players prefer.
  • • Limited pickup options restrict versatility for extreme genres.
  • • Rosewood fingerboard may dry out and require occasional maintenance.

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups 2 x Sire Standard-T Single Coils
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets 22
Bridge Chrome hardware (likely a vintage-style Tele bridge)
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg) - based on similar mahogany builds

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 'C' profile is generally a bit more modern and slightly flatter than many older Tele necks, offering a more comfortable feel for contemporary players.
They’re designed to be closer to vintage specs – clear and articulate, but with a bit more output than some very early Tele pickups. They're not overwound, so you won’t get excessive distortion.
Yes, the fingerboard is finished with a thin layer of lacquer, similar to many guitars of this style, to protect the wood and enhance playability.

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