Harley Benton Agufish Custom Signature BT PB
Key features of the Harley Benton
- Hunter Engel “Agufish” Signature model
- Weight-reduced body: Nyatoh
- Arched top: Ash
- Set-in neck: roasted Canadian maple
- Fingerboard: Macassar ebony
- Fluorescent neck markings
- Nut: Graph Tech TUSQ XL
- Neck profile: Smooth U
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12″)
- Scale: 712 mm (28″)
- 22 Blacksmith Extra Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Pickups: Roswell “Seraphim” Custom Wound Alnico V (bridge) and Alnico Ceramic Flanker (neck) humbuckers
- 2 Volume controls
- 2 Tone controls with push/pull function for coil split
- 3-Way switch
- WSC Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Jinho HB JN-03L locking machine heads
- Brushed chrome hardware
- Strings: D’Addario EXL158 .013 – .062 (Art. 170483)
- Factory tuning: Standard A
- Colour: Purple Sandblasted
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Customer Review Summary
Harley Benton Agufish Custom Signature BT PB is an impressive baritone guitar that truly exceeds expectations, particularly given its price point. The aesthetics are striking, with a beautiful sandblasted matte purple finish that looks even better in person than in photographs. The flamed maple neck is not only visually appealing but also provides a smooth playing experience, making it ideal for fast playing without feeling overly chunky.
The sound quality is notably impressive. The Roswell pickups deliver a rich, balanced tone with ample low-mids, making them suitable for a variety of musical styles, particularly in lower tunings. The coil-splitting feature offers a range of tonal options, enhancing its versatility. Many users have found the pickups to be better than anticipated, and there’s no immediate need to replace them.
In terms of construction, the guitar is well-built and set up out of the box, requiring only minor adjustments. Intonation is spot on, and the locking tuners ensure stable tuning. Some may find the action slightly higher than expected for a baritone, but it complements the overall design well. The lightweight, resonant body adds to the comfort, making it easy to handle despite its longer scale length.
While there are a few minor cosmetic imperfections noted, such as small tooling marks and some slight finish issues, these do not significantly detract from the overall performance and playability of the guitar. It offers remarkable value for money, often compared to instruments in much higher price brackets. This model stands out as one of the best options available for those seeking a high-quality baritone guitar without breaking the bank.
In summary, the Harley Benton Agufish Custom Signature BT PB is a fantastic instrument that offers great sound, playability, and aesthetics at a competitive price. Whether you’re delving into heavier genres or simply looking for a versatile guitar for lower tunings, this model is definitely worth considering.
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