Harley Benton CST-24T LH Purple Burst
Harley Benton specs and details
- Left-handed model
- Deluxe Series
- Body: Meranti
- Top: flamed maple
- Set-in neck: Meranti
- Fingerboard: roasted jatoba
- Pearloid dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C
- Neck and body binding
- Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
- Scale: 635 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Nut: Graphite
- 24 Blacksmith stainless steel frets
- Pickups: 2 Roswell HAF AlNiCo-5 humbuckers
- 3-Way switch
- 1 Volume and 1 tone control with push/pull function for coil split
- Wilkinson WVPC tremolo
- Chrome hardware
- DLX machine heads
- Colour: Purple Burst
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Customer Review Summary
The Harley Benton CST-24T LH Purple Burst is truly an impressive guitar for its price point. As a professional musician and teacher, I can confidently say that this instrument showcases remarkable craftsmanship and finish quality, especially in models produced since 2020. Despite being a budget guitar, it rivals many higher-end brands without compromising on playability and sound.
The setup is commendably done, making it comfortable to play right out of the box. The versatility of tones from the pickups, especially with the coil split feature, adds significant value, allowing for a wide range of sound options. The humbucker pickups deliver substantial output, and the clarity of sound is genuinely impressive.
While the materials and hardware may not be of the highest grade, everything feels solid and well-constructed. The tuning stability is commendable, even under moderate use of the tremolo system. The neck is slightly thicker than some may be used to, but it remains comfortable, and reaching higher frets is manageable.
Visually, the guitar is stunning, boasting a beautiful finish that catches the eye. Some users have noted that the actual colour may be less vibrant than shown in images, but this can be seen as a positive aspect for some. Overall, the Harley Benton CST-24T LH Purple Burst exceeds expectations, making it a fantastic choice for both new and experienced guitarists seeking quality without breaking the bank.
In conclusion, this guitar offers exceptional quality for its price, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable and aesthetically pleasing instrument.
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