Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Burst
Technical profile of the Harley Benton
- Arched “Modern Comfort” body shape
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Flamed maple veneer
- Full-length 5-piece neck: Maple / Mahogany
- Fretboard: Macassar ebony
- White offset pearloid dot fretboard inlays
- Glow-in-the-dark position markers on the fretboard edge
- Neck profile: Slim Modern-C (thickness 1st fret 21 mm – thickness 12th fret 23 mm)
- Wood body binding
- Matching headstock
- Fretboard radius: 355.6 mm
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 48 mm
- Graphite nut
- 24 Jumbo Blacksmith stainless steel frets
- Dual-Action truss rod
- Pickups: EMG Retro Active Hot 70 ceramic (bridge) and EMG Retro Active Hot 70 Alnico-5 (neck) humbuckers
- Master volume and master tone controls
- 3-Way switch
- WSC HPS-7 Custom Hardtail Bridge
- Jinho JN-03L machine heads
- Black hardware
- Strings: .010 – .059
- Colour: Black Natural Flame Burst Satin
- Made in Indonesia
- Matching case: Art.212516 (not included)
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Customer Review Summary
Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Burst is an impressive instrument that offers outstanding value for money, especially for those venturing into the world of seven-string guitars. The Macassar ebony fingerboard and stainless steel frets provide a smooth playing experience, while the Grover locking tuners ensure excellent tuning stability.
This guitar boasts a comfortable neck profile, making it suitable for players with smaller hands, and is designed to handle various playing styles from technical metal to jazz. The EMG pickups deliver a powerful sound, particularly excelling in high-gain settings, although opinions on their versatility may vary. Some users have noted that the clean tones can be less impressive, with a slight muddiness in the lower registers.
While the overall craftsmanship is commendable, minor finish flaws and inconsistent fretwork have been reported, which is somewhat expected at this price point. Nevertheless, many players have found their instruments to be well-finished and free from major defects, adding to the overall satisfaction.
In terms of weight, the guitar is described as slightly heavier than average, but this is often offset by its playability. Most users agree that the build quality and aesthetic appeal, particularly the Flame Burst finish, make the Amarok a striking addition to any collection.
Despite some critiques regarding specific components, such as the nut quality and pickup output, the general consensus is that the Harley Benton Amarok-7 is an excellent choice for those looking to explore seven-string guitars without breaking the bank. For its price, it performs remarkably well, making it a solid investment for both beginners and experienced players alike.
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