Harley Benton CG200-BK Set
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Harley Benton
CG200-BK Set
Product Info
Article Number:
427607
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
CG200-BK Set
Category:
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Price:
$82.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This CG200-BK is a fantastic entry point into classical guitar playing. The build quality is surprisingly good for the price, and it’s a solid choice for beginners or anyone wanting an affordable practice instrument. It won't blow you away with its complexity, but it's a dependable and playable option for learning the fundamentals.
Product Description
- Harley Benton CG200-BK Set
- Acoustic Guitar Set
- Body: Basswood
- Neck: Basswood
- Fretboard: Maple
- 19 Frets
- Scale: 650 mm
- Nut width: 52 mm
- Body binding
- Nylon strings
- Total length: 99.06 cm
- Colour: Black
- Finish: High-gloss
- Includes bag
- tuner and picks
PROS
- • Basswood construction provides a surprisingly warm, balanced tone for the price.
- • High-gloss finish looks far more premium than the budget price suggests.
- • Includes tuner and picks – a genuinely useful starter package.
- • Maple fretboard offers a smooth playing experience and decent note clarity.
CONS
- • Basswood body can lack the projection of more resonant tonewoods like mahogany.
- • Maple fretboard might feel a little harder than rosewood for extended playing.
- • Limited tonal versatility; best suited for traditional classical styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Basswood
Back & Sides
Basswood
Neck Material
Basswood
Fingerboard
Maple
Scale Length
650 mm
Frets
19
Nut Width
52 mm
Weight
Approximately 1.8 kg (4 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spruce tops generally offer more brightness and projection. This basswood top is warmer and mellower, better for softer classical pieces.
The neck is fairly standard for a classical guitar, but the 52mm nut width might feel a little narrower than some prefer, potentially a bit snug for very large hands.
While you *can* play those styles, the basswood’s tone isn’t ideal for the brighter, percussive sounds those genres often require; it's geared more towards traditional classical.
