Harley Benton CLD-60SCE NT Custom Line
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Harley Benton
CLD-60SCE NT Custom Line
Product Info
Article Number:
477159
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
CLD-60SCE NT Custom Line
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$152.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton is a seriously impressive value. The solid top and mahogany back create a warm, full sound that's surprisingly articulate, and the built-in tuner is a real bonus. It's a fantastic option for beginner to intermediate players who want a dreadnought with amplified capabilities without spending a fortune.
Product Description
- Harley Benton CLD-60SCE NT Custom Line
- Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Custom Line Standard Solid Series
- Style: Dreadnought with cutaway
- Top: solid spruce
- Scalloped X-Bracing
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Walnut
- Dot fingerboard inlays
- Dovetail construction
- Dual action truss rod
- 20 Vintage-style frets
- ABS nut
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Scale: 643 mm
- Pickup: HB-03 preamp with built-in chromatic tuner
- Walnut bridge
- ABS saddle
- Die-cast machine heads
- Factory strings: Phosphor Bronze .012 - .052
- Colour: Natural
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers surprisingly rich and resonant acoustic tone.
- • Mahogany back and sides provide warmth and sustain, a classic combination.
- • HB-03 preamp with tuner is functional and convenient for amplified use.
- • Dovetail neck joint enhances stability and sustain, a detail often missing at this price.
CONS
- • ABS nut and saddle can feel a bit plasticky compared to bone or Tusq.
- • Factory strings are serviceable but an immediate upgrade is recommended for optimal tone.
- • Mahogany construction may lack the bright articulation of some rosewood alternatives.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Walnut
Scale Length
643 mm
Frets
20 Vintage-style
Electronics
HB-03 preamp with chromatic tuner
Weight
Approximately 6.6 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The neck is a comfortable C-shape, slightly thinner than a vintage Gibson but not as flat as many modern Fenders; it’s quite versatile for various playing styles.
Yes, the scalloped bracing significantly enhances the guitar's projection and responsiveness, giving it a more open and airy sound than a standard dreadnought.
While effective, the HB-03 is a basic preamp; feedback can be an issue at higher volumes, so careful EQ and positioning are necessary, especially in live settings.
