Harley Benton CG-45 NS

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Harley Benton CG-45 NS

Harley Benton

CG-45 NS

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 142800
Model: CG-45 NS
Price: $86.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This CG-45 NS is a fantastic entry point to acoustic guitars. The mahogany construction gives it a really pleasant, mellow tone, and the modern C neck profile makes it comfortable to play. It’s ideal for beginners or players looking for a solid, affordable folk-style instrument for strumming and basic fingerpicking.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton CG-45 NS
  • Steel-String Guitar
  • Standard Series
  • Style: Folk-style
  • Body: Mahogany
  • X-Bracing
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Jatoba
  • Fingerboard inlays: Dot
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • Dovetail construction
  • Abalone rosette sticker
  • Cream-coloured bindings on the body and neck
  • Scale: 650 mm
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • 20 Frets
  • Bridge: Jatoba
  • Machine heads: Gold-coloured die-cast
  • Strings: .011 - .053
  • Colour: Natural Matte
  • Includes a black pickguard (unmounted)

*Dimensions:*, Total length: 102.5 cm, Width of lower bout: 37.5 cm, Width of upper bout: 28 cm, Height: 10.5 cm

PROS
  • • Mahogany body delivers a warm, focused, and surprisingly resonant tone.
  • • Jatoba fingerboard offers a smooth playing experience and good durability.
  • • Dovetail neck joint enhances sustain and adds a touch of quality.
  • • Gold die-cast tuners provide stable tuning and a more premium feel.
CONS
  • • The abalone rosette is a sticker – a purely cosmetic detail that feels a bit cheap.
  • • Mahogany can be a bit 'woody' sounding – lacks brightness for some styles.
  • • The .011-.053 string gauge is light; may feel floppy for experienced players.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Mahogany
Back & Sides Mahogany
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Jatoba
Scale Length 650 mm
Frets 20
Electronics None
Weight Approximately 4.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The modern C profile is surprisingly comfortable and similar to those found on many mid-range guitars – not as thin as some, but playable and easy to get used to.
The natural matte finish shows scratches more easily than a gloss finish, so be mindful when handling and storing it.
Absolutely, especially for folk, blues, and fingerstyle. A simple mic or DI box will capture its warm character well.

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