Name: b3 SL Deluxe Tobacco Burst Light Relic
Brand: B3
SKU: BB3-SLDLXTB
Price: 5950.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Electric

New

Weight

7lbs 4oz

Nut Width

1.687"

Scale Length

24.625"

Pickups

b3 PAF

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Another stunning SL Deluxe from our friends at b3 Guitars—a guitar that lives right in the sweet spot between vintage Gibson punch and Strat-style comfort.

Another stunning SL Deluxe from our friends at b3 Guitars - a guitar that lives right in the sweet spot between vintage Gibson punch and Strat-style comfort.

If you love the sound and vibe of a Les Paul but wish it were a little easier on the shoulder, or if you're a Strat player curious about dipping into Gibson territory without giving up that familiar feel - this might be exactly what you're after.

Finished in a lightly aged Dark Burst, this SL Deluxe features a 4/5A flame maple top, chambered mahogany body (no F-hole), and a mahogany neck with a rosewood fingerboard. The Standard C neck carve (.83"–.96"), 12" radius, and trapezoid inlays hit that perfect balance between vintage and modern. Weighing in at just 7lbs 4oz, it feels incredibly balanced—with a contoured body and effortless upper fret access that immediately stands out compared to a traditional LP.

Why We Love This

Tonally, the b3 PAF-style humbuckers deliver. Clean, they have a dry, mid-forward snap and sweet high-end clarity. Add gain, and you’re met with rich, open drive tones that stay articulate without getting compressed or muddy. It’s the kind of sound we often describe as “Tele on steroids” - bold and dynamic, with just the right touch of air thanks to the chambered construction.

If you're familiar with the Gibson-meets-Fender concept that builders like PRS have explored, think of the SL Deluxe as the more vintage-leaning, soulful sibling. That makes sense - Gene Baker (b3's founder) is a former Master Builder at Fender Custom Shop and also spent time at Gibson Custom Shop, so he knows exactly how to bring out the best of both worlds.

This one hits all the right notes - comfortable, lightweight, and tonally inspiring. If that sounds like your kind of guitar, don’t let it slip by.

Body

Style

Chambered (no F Hole)

Body

Mahogany

Top

4/5A Flame Maple

Binding

Cream

Color

Dark Burst / Light Relic

Hardware

Pickup

b3 PAF Humbuckers

Controls

Volume (x2) / Tone (Push-Pull coil tap) / 3-Way Switch

Bridge

TonePros TOM

Tuners

Grover Rotomatic

Neck

Mahogany

Carve

Standard C Carve (.83-.96")

Fingerboard

Rosewood

Inlay

Trapezoid

Radius

12"

Frets

6105 Stainless Steel (22)

Nut

1.687" Bone

Scale Length

24.625"

Other

Serial #

22 099

Weight

7lbs 4oz

Case

Hardshell

Brand Story

Gene Baker of b3 Guitars is a legend in the guitar world, long known for his flawless builds and meticulous attention to detail. He was a Senior Master Builder at the Fender Custom Shop, also worked at the Gibson Custom Shop, and was the builder responsible for building the Koll, Gustavsson, Fano, Schroeder, and Giffin guitars under the Premier Builder's Guild brand to name a few highlights. Oh, and Robben Ford slung a Baker guitar for many, many years (as have many other pros).

If you're in the market for a high-performance, modern leaning guitar with lots of gorgeous and creative appointments that's still got vintage vibe, feel, tone, and attitude? Give b3 a try, you won't be disappointed.

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