This is a Larry Carlton signature model 335 from the early run in 2009/2010

What can I say, amazing 335 in every way sound, feel and tone. Drool worthy and jaw dropping from every angle. Very worthy of its name, "Mr 335". Stunning example from the Memphis custom shop, incredibly accurate recreation of Larrys own modified 1968 335.

This guitar has a small professionally repaired neckcrack. Fully warranteed by us. This guitar however, excels in every way, the guys in the Custom shop truly nailed it. Custom neck profile to match Larry's original guitar, modified stop tail to replicate Larry's guitar in every detail, The original 68 he still uses today was originally a trapeze tailpiece and so has an unusual position for the added stop tail. All painstakingly recreated by the master luthiers at the Custom Shop.

Fantastically book matched laminate maple /poplar/maple top with a custom Aged Burst finish. Very faithful vintage sounding classic 57 Humbuckers. We've handled many 335's including several vintage 60s examples, this is a total blast to play and compares very favorably with a great vintage instrument.

Newer Gibsons simply do not sound like this anymore. (unless priced exorbitantly high)  Pound for pound this is a great appreciating future classic, at a fraction of the cost of a vintage example. It's getting hard to find good priced vintage examples these days and to be honest, this is as close as most of us will get, for a very modest price. Apart from the small repair otherwize in very good condition complete with original case and COA.

Larry Carlton is a highly acclaimed American guitarist, composer, and recording artist whose illustrious career spans over five decades. Born on March 2, 1948, in Torrance, California, Carlton's remarkable contributions to the realms of jazz, blues, and rock have solidified his status as a guitar virtuoso. He gained widespread recognition as a member of the jazz fusion group The Crusaders in the early 1970s before embarking on a successful solo career. Carlton's distinctive guitar style, marked by tasteful phrasing, fluid technique, and emotive expression, has graced numerous albums and collaborations with iconic artists like Steely Dan, Joni Mitchell, and Michael Jackson. Notably, his work on Steely Dan's "Aja" and his solo album "Larry Carlton" earned him Grammy Awards. Beyond his Grammy-winning accomplishments, Carlton's enduring influence on contemporary guitarists is a testament to his mastery and innovation in the world of music.

VINTAGE SUNBURST/Nickel ME300800