Sire Larry Carlton J5 Electric Guitar, Maple Fingerboard
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Show off your preference for offset guitars with a Larry Carlton J5! This Sire signature model boasts LC Vintage Jazzmaster pickups for an authentic sound.
What's special about this item?
| Feature: | What it does: |
|---|---|
| LC Vintage Jazzmaster pickups | Jazzmaster-style pickups; vintage-voiced |
| C-shaped neck profile | Comfortable, rounded oval shape |
| Alder body | Light weight with a wide tonal range |
| Maple neck | Bright tone, full sustain and strength |
Overview
CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF CLASSIC DESIGN AND SONIC VERSATILITY
A higher-tier version of the J3 equipped with LC vintage pickups set and another branded vintage tremolo bridge. This combination delivers a vintage look, exhibiting a well-focused, solid, and clear sound profile. This type was first introduced to Jazz players but was eventually enjoyed and utilized by rock and alternative players during the '60s.
SIRE TRADITIONAL GUITAR BODY
An attractive traditional Jazz guitar shape. It has a reconstructed edgy look of an S-style guitar.
SIGNATURE TRADITIONAL GUITAR TONE SET
Electronics and hardware configuration achieving the traditional electric guitar sound choice of players. Composed of LC Vintage Jazzmaster Pickup Sets producing thick sound and high output; a branded vintage type bridge and a tremolo unit that rhythmically changes the volume and signal of the sound being produced; a 3-way Toggle Switch, and knobs for volume and tone controls.
SIRE PREMIUM LOCKING TUNERS
Prevent possible tuning slips.
- Vintage look with a well-focused and clear sound profile
- North American Alder body with Hard Maple neck
- Ebony Edgeless fretboard
- Genuine bone nut
- LC Vintage Jazzmaster Pickups
- Goeldo/Sire "Vintage" JM-Type Bridge & DG Tremolo
A higher-tier version of the J3 equipped with LC vintage pickups set and another branded vintage tremolo bridge. This combination delivers a vintage look, exhibiting a well-focused, solid, and clear sound profile. This type was first introduced to Jazz players but was eventually enjoyed and utilized by rock and alternative players during the '60s.
SIRE TRADITIONAL GUITAR BODY
An attractive traditional Jazz guitar shape. It has a reconstructed edgy look of an S-style guitar.
SIGNATURE TRADITIONAL GUITAR TONE SET
Electronics and hardware configuration achieving the traditional electric guitar sound choice of players. Composed of LC Vintage Jazzmaster Pickup Sets producing thick sound and high output; a branded vintage type bridge and a tremolo unit that rhythmically changes the volume and signal of the sound being produced; a 3-way Toggle Switch, and knobs for volume and tone controls.
SIRE PREMIUM LOCKING TUNERS
Prevent possible tuning slips.
Features:
- A higher-tier version of the J3 model- Vintage look with a well-focused and clear sound profile
- North American Alder body with Hard Maple neck
- Ebony Edgeless fretboard
- Genuine bone nut
- LC Vintage Jazzmaster Pickups
- Goeldo/Sire "Vintage" JM-Type Bridge & DG Tremolo
Specs
-Body Material: North American Alder
-Body Shape: Sire JM Shape
-Neck Material: Hard Maple
-Neck Shape: C-Shape
-Scale: 25.5"
-Fingerboard Material: Hard Maple Edgeless (Rolled Fretboard Edges)
-Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
-Frets: 2.7 mm Medium Jumbo, 22 Frets
-String Nut: Bone Nut, 42mm Width
-Neck Joint: Four Bolt Steel Plate
-Pickups: LC Vintage Jazzmaster Pickup Sets
-Controls: 3way Toggle Switch, Volume, Tone
-Knobs: White Strato Knob
-Bridge: Goeldo/Sire "Vintage" JM-Type Bridge & DG Tremolo
-Tuning Gear: Sire Premium Locking Tuner
-Hardware Finish: Chrome
-Pickguard: Mint Green
-Body Shape: Sire JM Shape
-Neck Material: Hard Maple
-Neck Shape: C-Shape
-Scale: 25.5"
-Fingerboard Material: Hard Maple Edgeless (Rolled Fretboard Edges)
-Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
-Frets: 2.7 mm Medium Jumbo, 22 Frets
-String Nut: Bone Nut, 42mm Width
-Neck Joint: Four Bolt Steel Plate
-Pickups: LC Vintage Jazzmaster Pickup Sets
-Controls: 3way Toggle Switch, Volume, Tone
-Knobs: White Strato Knob
-Bridge: Goeldo/Sire "Vintage" JM-Type Bridge & DG Tremolo
-Tuning Gear: Sire Premium Locking Tuner
-Hardware Finish: Chrome
-Pickguard: Mint Green
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Blue
- Shipping Weight: 10 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 43 x 17 x 4 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SML-6176
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 1-213-210-8976
Email: sireguitars@sire-revolution.com
Phone: 1-213-210-8976
Email: sireguitars@sire-revolution.com
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 0.5 out of 5 stars.
(1 ratings)
Submitted May 7, 2026 by Robert Esbenshade in lancaster, PA
"Terrible"
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Do not buy this guitar. It is literally the worst guitar I have ever purchased. Kudos to zZounds for giving me a prompt refund. I would have picked up this guitar in a guitar shop it would have lasted a couple seconds before I put it back. The bridge, string set up, and headstock functionality are the worst I have ever seen. The bridge DOESN'T have saddles for the strings to firmly rest in. They just sit on screw threads. Sed wat!! I plugged it in and I don't think it sounded very good, but I was afraid to really play it for fear I would pull the strings off the bridge. This is about as close to a piece of crap as i have ever picked up. Like I said before, at least the dealer refunded my money, but it cost a lot to return ship it. Live and learn. hopefully this will help some of you folks.
Musical Background:
50 year veteran
Musical Style:
AMERICANA/BLUES
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