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Best Harley Benton Folk Acoustic Guitars 2026

Premium Harley Benton folk acoustic guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Folk For Fingerpicking For Singer-Songwriter For Classical Crossover For Indie For Acoustic Pop
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Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWood - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWood

by Harley Benton
Folk Fingerpicking Acoustic Pop
Key Feature:
• Great for fingerpicking
✓ PROS
  • • Easy to handle and transport
  • • Clear note separation
✗ CONS
  • • Lower volume projection
  • • May lack power for heavy strumming

Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWoodAcoustic Guitar with PickupCustom Line Solid Wood SeriesStyle: ParlorTop: solid...

⭐ 4.8/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 505974
$351
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Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15ME w/Case - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15ME w/Case

by Harley Benton
Classical Crossover Acoustic Pop Indie
Key Feature:
• Clear note separation
✓ PROS
  • • Easy to handle and transport
  • • Great for fingerpicking
✗ CONS
  • • Not ideal for band situations
  • • Less bass response than dreadnought

Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15ME w/Case*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15ME*Steel-String...

⭐ 4.8/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 540466
$362
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid Top Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid Top Bundle

by Harley Benton
Singer-Songwriter Folk Indie
Key Feature:
• Clear note separation
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced tone across frequencies
  • • Clear note separation
✗ CONS
  • • Not ideal for band situations
  • • May lack power for heavy strumming

Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid Top Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid Top*Steel-String...

⭐ 4.6/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 541345
$351
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid Top w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid Top w/Bag

by Harley Benton
Folk Fingerpicking Singer-Songwriter
Key Feature:
• Great for fingerpicking
✓ PROS
  • • Great for fingerpicking
  • • Clear note separation
✗ CONS
  • • Lower volume projection
  • • May lack power for heavy strumming

Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid Top w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid Top*Steel-String...

⭐ 4.6/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 541342
$351
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton TravelMate-E - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Harley Benton TravelMate-E

by Harley Benton
Singer-Songwriter Acoustic Pop Indie
Key Feature:
• Great for fingerpicking
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced tone across frequencies
  • • Comfortable smaller body size
✗ CONS
  • • Not ideal for band situations
  • • Lower volume projection

Harley Benton TravelMate-EAcoustic Travel Guitar with PickupSize: 1/2 (89 cm)With carbon fibre bodyBluetooth and...

⭐ 4.4/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 575732
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWood Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWood Bundle

by Harley Benton
Acoustic Pop Fingerpicking Folk
Key Feature:
• Comfortable smaller body size
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable smaller body size
  • • Clear note separation
✗ CONS
  • • Lower volume projection
  • • May lack power for heavy strumming

Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWood Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWood*Acoustic Guitar with...

⭐ 4.7/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 568263
$373
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWood w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWood w/Bag

by Harley Benton
Indie Fingerpicking Singer-Songwriter
Key Feature:
• Balanced tone across frequencies
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced tone across frequencies
  • • Easy to handle and transport
✗ CONS
  • • Limited low-end presence
  • • Not ideal for band situations

Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWood w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton CLP-15ME SolidWood*Acoustic Guitar with...

⭐ 4.7/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 599743
$373
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Delta Blues DCE w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Harley Benton Delta Blues DCE w/Bag

by Harley Benton
Indie Classical Crossover Acoustic Pop
Key Feature:
• Clear note separation
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced tone across frequencies
  • • Easy to handle and transport
✗ CONS
  • • Lower volume projection
  • • Not ideal for band situations

Harley Benton Delta Blues DCE w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Delta Blues DCE VDSB*Steel-String Guitar...

⭐ 5.0/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 457172
$153
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15M w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15M w/Bag

by Harley Benton
Folk Indie Fingerpicking
Key Feature:
• Comfortable smaller body size
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable smaller body size
  • • Easy to handle and transport
✗ CONS
  • • Not ideal for band situations
  • • Less bass response than dreadnought

Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15M w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15M*Acoustic...

⭐ 4.9/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 540497
$241
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Delta Blues MJCE Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Harley Benton Delta Blues MJCE Bundle

by Harley Benton
Acoustic Pop Indie Folk
Key Feature:
• Great for fingerpicking
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable smaller body size
  • • Balanced tone across frequencies
✗ CONS
  • • Not ideal for band situations
  • • Lower volume projection

Harley Benton Delta Blues MJCE Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Delta Blues MJCE*Acoustic Guitar with...

⭐ 4.4/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 537051
$164
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid Top - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid Top

by Harley Benton
Fingerpicking Indie Acoustic Pop
Key Feature:
• Comfortable smaller body size
✓ PROS
  • • Easy to handle and transport
  • • Comfortable smaller body size
✗ CONS
  • • Less bass response than dreadnought
  • • Limited low-end presence

Harley Benton CLP-12SM BRS Solid TopSteel-String Guitar with PickupCustom Line seriesType: ParlorTop: solid sitka...

⭐ 4.7/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 521888
$329
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton CG-45E Natural Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Harley Benton CG-45E Natural Bundle

by Harley Benton
Indie Singer-Songwriter Acoustic Pop
Key Feature:
• Clear note separation
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable smaller body size
  • • Easy to handle and transport
✗ CONS
  • • Lower volume projection
  • • Less bass response than dreadnought

Harley Benton CG-45E Natural Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton CG-45E Natural*Steel-String Guitar with...

⭐ 4.6/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 558198
$127
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton CLF-200 WN w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Harley Benton CLF-200 WN w/Bag

by Harley Benton
Fingerpicking Indie Classical Crossover
Key Feature:
• Balanced tone across frequencies
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable smaller body size
  • • Great for fingerpicking
✗ CONS
  • • Limited low-end presence
  • • Lower volume projection

Harley Benton CLF-200 WN w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton CLF-200 WN*Acoustic Guitar*Solid Standard...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 539018
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton CG-45E Vintage Sunburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Harley Benton CG-45E Vintage Sunburst

by Harley Benton
Classical Crossover Indie Folk
Key Feature:
• Great for fingerpicking
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced tone across frequencies
  • • Clear note separation
✗ CONS
  • • May lack power for heavy strumming
  • • Less bass response than dreadnought

Harley Benton CG-45E Vintage SunburstSteel-String Guitar with PickupStandard seriesDesign: Folk StyleMahogany bodyX...

⭐ 4.8/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 490947
$98
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15ME w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15ME w/Bag

by Harley Benton
Singer-Songwriter Acoustic Pop Indie
Key Feature:
• Comfortable smaller body size
✓ PROS
  • • Easy to handle and transport
  • • Clear note separation
✗ CONS
  • • Not ideal for band situations
  • • Limited low-end presence

Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15ME w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Custom Line CLP-15ME*Steel-String...

⭐ 5.0/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 540469
$296
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Folk Acoustic Guitars

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced folk acoustic guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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