Harley Benton CLA-15MCE SolidWood
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Harley Benton
CLA-15MCE SolidWood
Product Info
Article Number:
505982
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
CLA-15MCE SolidWood
Category:
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$350.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This CLA-15MCE is a surprisingly good value for a solid-wood instrument. The Okoume gives it a mellow, focused tone, and the Fishman pickup is a real boon for stage or recording. It's a great option for singer-songwriters and players who appreciate a warm, articulate acoustic voice without a premium price tag.
Product Description
- Harley Benton CLA-15MCE SolidWood
- Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Custom Line Solid Wood Series
- Style: Auditorium with cutaway
- Top: solid Okoume
- Back and sides: solid Okoume
- Scalloped X bracing
- 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
- Pickup: Fishman Presys II
- 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.
- • Fishman Presys II pickup offers clear, usable amplified sound.
- • Pau Ferro fingerboard provides a smooth, comfortable playing experience.
- • Deluxe tuners ensure stable tuning and a refined aesthetic.
CONS
- • Okoume can be a bit 'woody' sounding – lacks some high-end sparkle.
- • Factory strings are decent, but an upgrade would really unlock the potential.
- • Solid wood construction means humidity changes will affect the setup.
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
Fishman Presys II
Weight
1.85 kg (approx. 4.08 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Okoume is warmer and more mellow than Spruce, offering a rounder tone with less high-end shimmer. It's a great choice for players seeking a more intimate and woody acoustic sound.
The Oval C neck profile is generally considered comfortable and versatile, but those with very large hands might find it slightly snug. It's a fairly standard profile, though, and shouldn't present a major issue.
The Presys II is a competent system, but feedback can still be an issue at higher volumes. Careful EQ adjustments and microphone placement will be key to minimizing feedback problems.
