Sire Larry Carlton S5 Electric Guitar Natural

In the GC Q&A, their "Expert Gear Advisor" promises the Sire S5 comes with locking tuners. Mine did not, which in of itself is not a deal breaker, just a credibility issue needing correction. Although the fretboard edges are rounded as advertised, there is still fret sprout that needs filing, as well as a set up.The playability is on par with Strats double in price, as well as high quality Alnico 5 pick ups. Comes with a bone nut, nice tremelo bar (won't comment as I never use), and what convinced me to purchase, a satin neck vs the gloss on the back of the Squier 50's CV (the guitar I was also considering) Had to purchase without playing (which I hate) but GC has a good return policy. I actually prefer the Alnico 2 pick ups on the Squier, but the 5's are very close and good.I purchased with the Fender Mustang Micro amp + which has some crazy amazing sounds. I hope to hook it up to a set of Alto powered speakers. Having grown up in SoCal, bought the SURF Green color w/maple board vs rosewood. I