Harley Benton CLA-15M SolidWood
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Harley Benton
CLA-15M SolidWood
Product Info
Article Number:
505980
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
CLA-15M SolidWood
Category:
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$328.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The CLA-15M is a surprisingly good-sounding auditorium-style guitar for the price. The solid wood construction gives it a richer tone than many guitars in its class, and the Oval C neck is comfortable for a wide range of players. It's a fantastic option for beginners or intermediate players looking for a well-built, affordable acoustic.
Product Description
- Harley Benton CLA-15M SolidWood
- Acoustic Guitar
- Custom Line Solid Wood Series
- Style: Auditorium
- Top: solid Okoume
- Back and sides: solid Okoume
- Neck: Okoume
- Fingerboard: Pau Ferro
- SnowFlake fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Oval C
- Scale: 643 mm (25.3")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Bone nut
- 20 Frets
- Pau Ferro bridge with bone saddle
- Deluxe Antique Copper open tuners
- Factory strings: D'Addarío XTAPB1253 .012 - .053 (Art. #471307#)
- Colour: Natural Matte
PROS
- • Solid Okoume construction delivers a warm, balanced acoustic tone
- • Pau Ferro fingerboard offers a smooth, snappy playing feel
- • Bone nut and saddle enhance sustain and clarity
- • Deluxe tuners provide reliable tuning stability and a premium feel
CONS
- • Okoume, while nice, isn't as tonally complex as mahogany or rosewood
- • Matte finish may show fingerprints and require more careful cleaning
- • Limited availability; Harley Benton guitars often sell out quickly
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Okoume
Back & Sides
Okoume
Neck Material
Okoume
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Scale Length
643 mm (25.3 in)
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Okoume is generally warmer and more mellow than spruce, lacking some of the brightness and projection. It's a lovely alternative if you prefer a more laid-back, balanced tone.
Yes, they offer noticeably smoother and more precise tuning adjustments, which is especially beneficial for players who tune frequently or demand stability.
The Oval C profile is a fairly standard, comfortable shape, but some players with very large hands might find it slightly snug. It’s generally a good all-around profile.
