Harley Benton BS-20BK Rock Series Set
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Harley Benton
BS-20BK Rock Series Set
Product Info
Article Number:
563086
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
BS-20BK Rock Series Set
Category:
Electric Guitar Sets
Price:
$295.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton set is a fantastic entry point for aspiring rock and metal players. The combination of the comfortable neck, powerful pickups, and modeling amp makes it surprisingly capable, especially considering the budget-friendly price. It's a solid choice for beginners or anyone needing a reliable practice rig.
Product Description
Harley Benton BS-20BK Rock Series Set
*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton BS-20BK Rock Series
- *Electric Guitar*
- Rock Series
- Body: Basswood
- Bolt-on neck made from Canadian maple
- C Neck profile
- Fretboard: Amaranth
- Dot fretboard inlays
- 24 Frets
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Pickups: 2 x High-gain humbuckers
- 1 Volume- and 1 tone control
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Diecast machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Stringing: HB strings .009 - .042
- Colour: Black
- Optional gig bag: (Article Nr. #190366#)
- Harley Benton HB-40MFX
- *Electric Guitar Modelling Combo*
- Power: 40 W
- Class AB power amplifier
- Speaker configuration: 1x 10"
- 5 Amp voicings
- incl. Clean
- Crunch
- Lead
- OD1 and OD2
- 4 Fully programmable presets
- Multi-FX DSP with 5 individual digital effects: Reverb
- Delay
- Chorus
- Tremolo and Phaser
- each with adjustable parameters
- Controls for gain
- volume
- treble
- bass and FX as well as a master volume
- Mini-jack connection for aux line and headphones
- Bluetooth audio receiver for playing backing tracks from an external source
- Digital guitar tuner with LED display
- Output for external speaker
- 240 V 50/60 HZ switching power supply
- 12 mm wooden cabinet
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 400 x 405 x 210 mm
- Weight: 9.0 kg
- Thomann Xtreme Style Guitar Gigbag
- *Standard Xtreme Gigbag*
- Suitable for Kelly
- ESP EX
- Warrior
- Firebird
- and Randy Rhoads style models
- 20 mm Foam padding
- Backpack straps with metal fittings and outer pockets
- Inner dimensions: 118 x 37 x 7 cm
- Harley Benton HBN BK
- *Strap for Electric Guitar or Electric Bass*
- Material: Nylon
- 2-Ply
- With leather ends
- Width: 50 mm
- Length adjustable up to 145 cm
- Design: Harley Benton logo
- Colour: Black
- Thomann CTG-10 Clip Tuner
- *Clip Tuner for Guitar and Bass*
- Chromatic
- Tuning via vibration sensor
- Large backlit display
- Two-tone display for showing the correct tuning
- Rotates 360°
- Includes battery (CR2032)
- the sssnake IPP1030
- *Instrument Cable*
- Both sides: 6.3 mm mono jack
- 0.22 mm² / AWG 24
- Outer diameter: 6.0 mm
- Length: 3 m
- Colour: Black
- Harley Benton Nylon Player Pick Set Mixed
- *Guitar Pick Set*
- 12 Picks of various thicknesses
- Material: Nylon
- Thickness: 2x each of 0.58 mm
- 0.71 mm
- 0.81 mm
- 0.96 mm
- 1.2 mm
- 1.5 mm
PROS
- • Basswood body offers a balanced, resonant tone suitable for rock and metal.
- • Bolt-on maple neck provides snappy response and easy playability.
- • High-gain humbuckers deliver thick, crunchy distortion for heavier styles.
- • HB-40MFX combo provides surprisingly versatile amp modeling and effects.
CONS
- • Basswood body, while versatile, lacks the sustain of mahogany or ash.
- • Die-cast tuners are functional, but a step down from locking or premium brands.
- • The included HB strings are serviceable, but an upgrade is recommended.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Basswood
Neck Material
Canadian Maple
Fingerboard
Amaranth
Pickups
2 x High-gain Humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
24
Bridge
Die-cast fixed bridge (likely a standard Harley Benton design)
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg) – typical for a basswood guitar
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Frequently Asked Questions
The amp modeling is decent for the price, but don't expect boutique-level accuracy; it's best for basic rock and metal sounds.
The fret edges are generally smooth, but a light refiling and polishing can improve the playing experience further.
The 'C' neck profile is fairly standard and generally comfortable, but players with very large hands might find it slightly snug.
