This Sire Larry Carlton T3 New Gen in Surf Green Metallic delivers the familiar simplicity and versatility of a T-style electric guitar with several player-focused updates.

The New Gen specification combines an Indonesian mahogany body, hard maple C-shape neck and Sire Edgeless™ rosewood fingerboard, with rolled fingerboard edges designed to create a smooth, comfortable broken-in feel.

A pair of newly voiced Sire Standard-T single-coil pickups provides the bright attack, definition and characteristic twang expected from this style of guitar, while a modern six-saddle bridge allows precise individual intonation adjustment.

This pre-owned example is presented in Very Good Condition, weighs just 6.92 lbs, and is sold without a case or gigbag.

At A Glance

Detail	Specification
Brand	Sire
Model	Larry Carlton T3 New Gen
Finish	Surf Green Metallic
Body	Indonesian Mahogany
Neck	Hard Maple
Neck Profile	C-Shape
Fingerboard	Rosewood Edgeless™
Radius	9.5"
Scale Length	25.5"
Frets	22 Medium Jumbo
Nut	Bone, 42mm
Pickups	2 x Sire Standard-T Single Coils
Controls	Volume, Tone
Switching	3-Way Lever
Bridge	Sire Standard T-Bridge, 6 Saddles
Weight	6.92 lbs
Condition	Very Good
Included	Guitar Only – No Case
Main Appeal	Lightweight New Gen T-style with rolled fingerboard edges

Condition Overview

Very Good Condition

This Sire Larry Carlton T3 New Gen is presented in Very Good Condition.

Under the Fair Deal Music grading system, Very Good Condition means the guitar shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional.

At only 6.92 lbs, this is a particularly lightweight example and should appeal to players looking for a comfortable guitar for rehearsals, recording sessions and longer live sets.

What’s Included?

✔ Sire Larry Carlton T3 New Gen Surf Green Metallic

✘ No Case Included
✘ No Gigbag Included

No additional accessories are included unless pictured or stated.

Condition Notes

• Very Good overall condition
• Surf Green Metallic finish
• New Gen specification
• Rosewood Edgeless™ fingerboard
• Twin Standard-T single-coil pickups
• 6.92 lbs actual measured weight
• No case or gigbag included
• Passive electronics

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This pre-owned Sire has been checked for general operation and playability.

Assessment includes:

• Neck pickup operation
• Bridge pickup operation
• 3-way selector
• Volume control
• Tone control
• Output jack
• Neck condition
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Frets
• Bone nut
• Tuning machines
• Bridge and saddles
• General hardware
• Structural condition
• Overall setup
• General playability

Service / Setup Work

All pre-owned guitars at Fair Deal Music are checked for general setup and playability before leaving the shop.

Key areas assessed include:

• Action
• Neck relief
• Fret condition
• Intonation
• Tuning stability
• Pickup operation
• Electronics
• Bridge adjustment
• Hardware
• General playing feel

What Makes The Sire Larry Carlton T3 New Gen Special?

The T3 New Gen takes Sire’s affordable Larry Carlton T-style platform and refines it with updated neck feel, refreshed finishes and newly voiced pickups.

Its combination of a mahogany body, maple neck, rolled-edge rosewood fingerboard and twin single coils gives it enough traditional T-style character for country, blues and rock while remaining versatile enough for pop, indie, funk and general session work.

Indonesian Mahogany Body

The T-style body is constructed from Indonesian mahogany.

Rather than following the more conventional alder or ash formula, the mahogany body provides a slightly fuller tonal foundation while retaining plenty of definition from the two single-coil pickups.

It contributes to:

• Strong midrange
• Clear fundamental notes
• Balanced low frequencies
• Good sustain
• A solid response under both clean and driven amplification

Surf Green Metallic Finish

The Surf Green Metallic finish is one of the colours introduced as part of the New Gen range.

It gives the classic T-style outline a more contemporary appearance while retaining a distinctly retro influence.

A mint-green pickguard complements the metallic finish.

Hard Maple C-Shape Neck

The neck is constructed from hard maple and uses a comfortable C-shaped profile.

This provides a familiar all-purpose grip suitable for:

• Chord work
• Rhythm guitar
• Lead playing
• Blues
• Country
• Rock

Sire Edgeless™ Rosewood Fingerboard

One of Sire’s signature features is its Edgeless™ fingerboard treatment.

The rosewood fingerboard receives rolled edges designed to remove the sharper feel sometimes found on new instruments.

This creates a smoother transition around the sides of the neck and contributes to a more naturally broken-in playing feel.

9.5" Fingerboard Radius

The fingerboard uses a 9.5" radius.

This provides a good compromise between comfortable chord work and modern lead playing.

It is suitable for:

• Open chords
• Barre chords
• String bending
• Blues phrasing
• General rhythm playing
• Lead guitar

22 Medium-Jumbo Frets

The guitar has 22 medium-jumbo frets.

Their size provides a comfortable balance between traditional feel and easy modern bending.

Bone Nut

A 42mm bone nut is fitted as standard.

Bone is widely used for its hardness and durability and provides a traditional contact point for the strings.

25.5" Scale Length

The T3 New Gen uses a 25.5" scale length.

This provides the familiar string tension and attack associated with many classic bolt-on electric guitars.

It particularly suits:

• Clean rhythm work
• Country-style picking
• Funk
• Blues
• Rock
• Lower tunings with appropriate string gauges

Sire Standard-T Pickup Set

The New Gen model uses a newly tuned pair of Sire Standard-T single-coil pickups.

These were developed to retain the essential character expected from a T-style guitar while providing a balanced contemporary response.

Neck Pickup

The neck pickup provides:

• Warmer clean tones
• Blues sounds
• Rounded rhythm tones
• Smooth lead textures
• Soul and R&B applications

Bridge Pickup

The bridge pickup delivers the more unmistakably T-style character, including:

• Bright attack
• Strong note definition
• Country twang
• Cutting rhythm tones
• Articulate overdrive
• Crisp lead sounds

Three-Way Pickup Selector

The electronics use a traditional 3-way lever switch.

The positions provide:

1. Bridge pickup
2. Bridge + neck pickups
3. Neck pickup

This straightforward layout makes it easy to move quickly between contrasting sounds.

Simple Volume & Tone Controls

The T3 uses:

• Master Volume
• Master Tone

The straightforward control layout keeps the guitar easy to operate on stage and allows quick tonal adjustments without unnecessary complexity.

Six-Saddle T-Style Bridge

The Sire Standard T-Bridge uses six individual saddles.

Unlike traditional three-saddle vintage T-style bridges, each string can be adjusted independently for more precise:

• Intonation
• Action
• String height

Sire Standard Tuners

The guitar uses Sire Standard tuning machines with chrome hardware.

They provide straightforward tuning adjustment while keeping the hardware specification clean and functional.

Weight

6.92 lbs

This is the actual measured weight of this individual guitar rather than a generic manufacturer figure.

At under seven pounds, it is notably lightweight for a solidbody electric guitar and should be particularly comfortable for:

• Long rehearsals
• Extended gigs
• Seated playing
• Players who prefer lighter instruments

New Gen vs Earlier T3

The New Gen T3 develops Sire’s original T3 concept with a refreshed specification and presentation.

Important features include:

• New Gen Standard-T pickups
• Updated finish choices
• Edgeless™ rolled rosewood fingerboard
• Six-saddle bridge
• New Gen visual identification
• Contemporary player-focused detailing

It retains the accessible character of the T3 while refining the overall feel and appearance.

Who Is It For?

Beginner and developing players – Straightforward controls and comfortable playability make the T3 easy to understand.

Working guitarists – A lightweight, versatile T-style guitar is useful for rehearsals and varied live sets.

Country players – The bridge single coil provides the attack and definition associated with T-style guitars.

Blues guitarists – Neck and middle-position sounds offer warmer, expressive tones.

Indie and alternative players – Its simple electronics and distinct single-coil character work well with pedals and effects.

Players who value comfortable necks – The Edgeless™ rosewood board is one of the guitar’s strongest ergonomic features.

Players seeking a lightweight guitar – This example weighs only 6.92 lbs.

Suitable Genres & Applications

Particularly well suited to:

• Country
• Blues
• Rock
• Indie
• Alternative
• Pop
• Funk
• Soul
• Americana
• Classic rock
• Singer-songwriter
• Studio recording
• Live performance
• Rhythm guitar
• Lead guitar

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	Sire
Artist Series	Larry Carlton
Model	T3 New Gen
Finish	Surf Green Metallic
Body Shape	Sire T-Style
Body Material	Indonesian Mahogany
Neck Material	Hard Maple
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Joint	Four-Bolt Steel Plate
Neck Profile	C-Shape
Fingerboard Material	Rosewood
Fingerboard Feature	Edgeless™ Rolled Edges
Fingerboard Radius	9.5"
Scale Length	25.5"
Frets	22
Fret Size	2.7mm Medium Jumbo
Nut Material	Bone
Nut Width	42mm
Inlays	Dots
Pickup Configuration	SS
Neck Pickup	Sire New Gen Standard-T Single Coil
Bridge Pickup	Sire New Gen Standard-T Single Coil
Electronics	Passive
Controls	Master Volume, Master Tone
Switching	3-Way Lever
Bridge	Sire Standard T-Bridge
Saddles	6 Individual Saddles
String Spacing	10.8mm
Tuning Machines	Sire Standard Tuners
Hardware Finish	Chrome
Pickguard	Mint Green
Weight	6.92 lbs
Included	No Case or Gigbag
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good

New Gen Specification Note

The T3 New Gen should not be confused with earlier versions of the Larry Carlton T3.

Sire’s official specification for this generation confirms:

• Indonesian mahogany body
• Hard maple C-shape neck
• Rosewood Edgeless™ fingerboard
• 9.5" radius
• 25.5" scale
• 22 medium-jumbo frets
• 42mm bone nut
• Twin New Gen Standard-T pickups
• 3-way switching
• Six-saddle T-style bridge

Case Note

No case or gigbag is included.

Suitable protection should therefore be considered if the guitar will be transported regularly.

Power Requirements

None.

The two Standard-T pickups and traditional controls are fully passive.

No battery or external power supply is required.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

The Sire Larry Carlton T3 New Gen in Surf Green Metallic offers an impressive combination of classic T-style simplicity, modern comfort and excellent everyday versatility.

The mahogany body, hard maple neck and Edgeless™ rosewood fingerboard create a comfortable and responsive platform, while the updated Standard-T pickups provide the clear single-coil attack needed for everything from country and blues through to indie and rock.

Its six-saddle bridge is also a practical improvement for players who value straightforward intonation adjustment.

At only 6.92 lbs, this individual example is especially comfortable and should appeal to anyone who prefers a lightweight solidbody.

Presented in Very Good Condition and sold without a case, this is an appealing pre-owned option for players seeking a modern, accessible T-style guitar.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Every pre-owned guitar at Fair Deal Music is individually assessed so its actual condition, measured weight and included accessories are represented clearly.

On this Sire, the Very Good condition grade, 6.92 lbs measured weight and absence of a case or gigbag are all clearly stated.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

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Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation and find out what your current gear could be worth towards this Sire Larry Carlton T3 New Gen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What condition is this Sire T3 New Gen in?

It is presented in Very Good Condition, showing some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional.

What finish does it have?

It is finished in Surf Green Metallic.

Is this the New Gen T3?

Yes. This is the updated Sire Larry Carlton T3 New Gen.

What is the body made from?

It uses Indonesian mahogany.

What is the neck made from?

The neck is made from hard maple.

What neck profile does it have?

It uses a comfortable C-shaped profile.

What is an Edgeless™ fingerboard?

Sire’s Edgeless™ treatment rolls the edges of the fingerboard to create a smoother, more naturally played-in feel.

What fingerboard material does it use?

It has a rosewood fingerboard.

What is the fingerboard radius?

It uses a 9.5" radius.

How many frets does it have?

It has 22 medium-jumbo frets.

What is the scale length?

It uses a 25.5" scale length.

What nut does it have?

It has a 42mm bone nut.

What pickups are fitted?

It has two Sire New Gen Standard-T single-coil pickups.

How many pickup positions does it have?

It uses a traditional 3-way lever switch.

What controls does it have?

It has one master volume and one master tone control.

Does it have a vintage three-saddle bridge?

No. The New Gen T3 uses a six-saddle bridge, allowing individual intonation adjustment for each string.

Are the pickups active?

No. They are passive.

Does it require a battery?

No.

How much does this guitar weigh?

This individual guitar weighs 6.92 lbs.

Is that particularly lightweight?

Yes. At under seven pounds, this is a notably lightweight solidbody electric guitar.

Is it suitable for country?

Yes. The bridge pickup provides the bright attack and definition traditionally associated with T-style country sounds.

Is it suitable for blues?

Yes. The neck pickup and combined setting provide warmer, expressive tones particularly well suited to blues.

Does it come with a case?

No. No case or gigbag is included.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. Our Request a Video Demo service is ideal if you would like to see the Surf Green Metallic finish and individual condition or hear the Standard-T pickups before purchasing.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers trade-ins and part exchanges across a wide range of guitars and other musical equipment.