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Sire Larry Carlton S3 HSS New Gen Electric Guitar in Candy Apple Red

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Sire Larry Carlton S3 HSS New Gen Electric Guitar in Candy Apple Red is an electric guitar.

Description

Sire & Larry Carlton’s traditional S-shaped electric guitar has been enhanced with superior performance & versatility to suit the needs of modern players. From vastly upgraded hardware & electronics to a range of fresh finishes, these are true workhorse HSS guitars that’ll turn heads without breaking the bank.

Key Features

  • HSS Pickup Configuration – This versatile pickup configuration allows you to soar from the bell-like chimes of the single-coils up to the weighty crunch of a humbucker.
  • Nickel Silver Frets – The Nickel silver frets are hard-wearing, and corrosion resistant.
  • Upgraded Hardware & Electronics – With Sire’s New Gen models, enjoy superior tone with Tusq nuts, never get caught out on stage thanks to Luminlay fretboard side dots, and explore an even more versatile sonic palate with newly tuned Larry Carlton pickups.

Sire

Founded in the late ’90s, Sire has grown from strength to strength fuelled with ambition to offer the highest quality acoustic, electric and bass guitars at the most affordable prices they can possibly be. Carefully crafted with premium materials, select hardware and though-out electronics these instruments are renowned for their exceptional build, superior playability and professional sound. With models to suit every level and style of playing, there’s a Sire for everyone!

Specifications

  • Body Material: Indonesian Mahogany
  • Body Shape: Sire S-Style Shape
  • Neck Material: Hard Maple
  • Neck Shape: C-Shape
  • Scale: 25.5″
  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood Edgeless™ (Rolled Fretboard Edges)
  • Fingerboard Radius: 9.5″
  • Frets: 2.7 mm Medium Jumbo, Nickel Silver
  • String Nut: Bone Nut 42mm Width
  • Inlay: DOT
  • Neck Joint: Four Bolts Steel plate
  • Pickup: Sire H-S-S Pickup Set
  • Controls: 5way Lever Switch, Volume, Tone
  • Knobs: IV Strat Knob
  • Bridge: Sire Standard Tremolo Bridge (2 Post Type)
  • Tuning Gear: Sire Standard Tuner

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About the manufacturer

Sire

Sire has quickly earned a reputation for delivering high-quality instruments that combine professional performance with exceptional value. Best known for its collaboration with legendary bassist Marcus Miller, the brand focuses on precision engineering, smooth playability, and tonal versatility. Sire’s basses and guitars feature premium components like rolled fretboard edges, active preamps, and solid tonewoods that rival instruments costing far more. Designed to meet the needs of modern players across genres, Sire blends craftsmanship and innovation to make great tone accessible to everyone, from aspiring musicians to seasoned professionals seeking reliability without compromise.

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S Style Electric Guitars

S style electric guitars are known for their comfortable contours, versatile tones, and expressive playability. Typically featuring a double-cutaway body and a vibrato bridge, they offer easy access to higher frets and a naturally balanced feel whether standing or seated. Their pickup configurations often favour clarity and articulation, making them well suited to clean sounds, edge-of-breakup tones, and expressive lead playing, while still handling heavier styles with the right setup. S style guitars are valued for their responsiveness to touch and dynamics, making them a popular choice for players who want an instrument that feels fluid, familiar, and adaptable across a wide range of music.

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HSS

HSS is a pickup configuration with a humbucker at the bridge and single-coil pickups in the middle and neck positions. This setup combines the power and drive of a humbucker for lead and heavier tones with the clarity and sparkle of single coils for clean sounds, making it a versatile option for players who want a wide range of tones from one guitar.

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